Practice Theorem Statement - 14.6 | 14. Solving Linear Homogenous Recurrence Equations – Part I | Discrete Mathematics - Vol 2
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14.6 - Theorem Statement

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define a linear homogeneous recurrence equation.

💡 Hint: Look at how the n-th term is constructed from prior terms.

Question 2

Easy

What is a characteristic equation?

💡 Hint: Recall how you form it from the recurrence relation.

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Question 1

What form does the n-th term of a recurrence equation take when the roots are distinct?

  • a_n = r^n
  • a_n = αr_1^n + βr_2^n
  • a_n = c_1 + c_2n

💡 Hint: Think about how we construct the sequence based on distinct roots.

Question 2

True or False: An initial condition can determine multiple sequences that fit a single recurrence relationship.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the implications of having the same starting point.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given a recurrence relation with the characteristic equation \( r^2 - 5r + 6 = 0 \), find the general form of the n-th term and particular values for \( a_0 = 2 \), \( a_1 = 3 \).

💡 Hint: Start by finding the roots, then use the initial terms in your general form.

Question 2

Describe how the distinct roots could influence the behavior of a recurrence relation in terms of convergence.

💡 Hint: Comparing growth rates can help determine which terms will dominate as n increases.

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