Practice Homogeneous Linear Equations with Constant Coefficients - 2.2 | 2. Homogeneous Linear Equations of Second Order | Mathematics (Civil Engineering -1)
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Question 1

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Solve the equation: \(\frac{d^2y}{dx^2} + 7\frac{dy}{dx} + 12y=0\).

💡 Hint: Start with the auxiliary equation.

Question 2

Easy

What is the general form of a second-order linear homogeneous equation?

💡 Hint: Recall the definition of the equation.

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Question 1

What characterizes a homogeneous linear equation?

  • It has constant coefficients.
  • It equals a non-zero constant.
  • All terms are linear.
  • Both 1 and 3.

💡 Hint: Reflect on the definition.

Question 2

True or False: The general solution of a second-order linear homogeneous ODE contains three arbitrary constants.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall the number of roots affecting the solution.

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Question 1

Solve the differential equation: \(\frac{d^2y}{dx^2} + 5\frac{dy}{dx} + 6y = 0\). Determine the nature of the roots and interpret the solution.

💡 Hint: Look for factors of the characteristic equation.

Question 2

Consider the system described by \(\frac{d^2y}{dx^2} + 2y = 0\). Find its general solution and discuss what this means in terms of oscillation.

💡 Hint: Recall how complex numbers relate to oscillatory behavior.

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