Practice Second-Order Linear Differential Equations - 1.4 | 1. Linear Differential Equations | Mathematics (Civil Engineering -1)
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1.4 - Second-Order Linear Differential Equations

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

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

💡 Hint: Recall the standard definition we discussed.

Question 2

Easy

What indicates an equation is homogeneous?

💡 Hint: Think about having no external forces acting on the system.

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Question 1

What is the structure of a second-order linear differential equation?

  • A) d²y/dx² + P(x) dy/dx + Q(x) = R(x)
  • B) d²y/dx² + P(x) = Q(x)y + R(x)
  • C) d²y/dx² + Q(x)y = P(x) + R(x)

💡 Hint: Look for the definition we covered regarding the equation's structure.

Question 2

True or False: A homogeneous second-order linear equation can have non-zero R(x).

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall the concept of Homogeneous vs Non-Homogeneous.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

For the differential equation d²y/dx² - 4y = 0, find the general solution and discuss the physical interpretation in terms of mechanical systems.

💡 Hint: Consider how the positive and negative exponential terms represent growth and decay.

Question 2

Given the non-homogeneous equation d²y/dx² + y = sin(x), derive the complete solution using both methods discussed.

💡 Hint: Use techniques like undetermined coefficients to guide your assumptions for yp.

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