Practice Summary Points - 2.15 | 2. Homogeneous Linear Equations of Second Order | Mathematics (Civil Engineering -1)
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Question 1

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

💡 Hint: Think about what second-order differential equations look like!

Question 2

Easy

How does the discriminant $D$ relate to solution types?

💡 Hint: What does it mean when $D$ is positive versus negative?

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Question 1

What is the discriminant used for?

  • To find initial conditions
  • To determine the type of roots
  • To calculate slope

💡 Hint: Recall the equation's form!

Question 2

True or False: Numerical methods can always provide exact solutions to differential equations.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about cases where we cannot solve directly.

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Question 1

Solve the differential equation: $$d^2y/dx^2 + 3(dy/dx) + 2y = 0$$ and explain the implications of the solution.

💡 Hint: Use the quadratic formula to find the roots.

Question 2

For the equation $$d^2y/dx^2 - 4y = 0$$, find the general solution and discuss its real-world representation.

💡 Hint: Use the characteristics of the auxiliary equation.

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