Practice Application in Solving Linear Differential Equations - 5.7 | 5. Complex Exponential Function | Mathematics (Civil Engineering -1)
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5.7 - Application in Solving Linear Differential Equations

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the general form of the solution for \(d^2y/dt^2 + 4y = 0\)?

💡 Hint: Look for terms that involve sine and cosine functions.

Question 2

Easy

What does the imaginary unit \(i\) represent?

💡 Hint: Think about how it relates to complex numbers.

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Question 1

What is the general solution for \(d^2y/dt^2 + 4y = 0\)?

  • A) \\(C_1 e^{2it} + C_2 e^{-2it}\\)
  • B) \\(C_1 \\sin(2t) + C_2 \\cos(2t)\\)
  • C) Both A and B

💡 Hint: Think of how both forms relate to trigonometric and exponential functions.

Question 2

True or False: Complex exponential functions can be used in engineering applications.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider how engineers apply mathematics to physical theories.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Prove that for any second-order linear differential equation with complex roots, the solutions can always be expressed in both sinusoidal and exponential forms.

💡 Hint: Use Euler's identity to convert complex exponentials to trigonometric forms.

Question 2

Describe how complex exponential solutions can aid in the design of a building meant to withstand an earthquake. Include considerations for damping and oscillations.

💡 Hint: Think about how oscillations manifest in structures during seismic events.

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