Practice - Recap of Last Lecture
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Practice Questions
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Define a linear homogeneous recurrence equation.
💡 Hint: Think about sequences like Fibonacci.
What is the purpose of the characteristic equation?
💡 Hint: It helps us find the roots related to the recurrence relation.
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Interactive Quizzes
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Which of the following is true about the characteristic equation?
💡 Hint: Think about its role in helping form sequences.
True or False: All roots of a characteristic polynomial must be distinct.
💡 Hint: Consider cases with Fibonacci-like sequences.
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Challenge Problems
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Consider the recurrence relation T(n) = T(n-1) + 2T(n-2). Find the characteristic roots and solve the equation. Discuss what happens when modifying coefficients.
💡 Hint: Factor the characteristic polynomial.
Create your own recurrence relation with at least one repeated root. Solve for the nth term and explain your steps.
💡 Hint: Focus on the polynomial degree based on root multiplicities.
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