Practice The Wronskian and Linear Independence of Functions - 23.11 | 23. Linear Independence | Mathematics (Civil Engineering -1)
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Question 1

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What is the Wronskian of the functions f(x) = e^x and g(x) = e^(2x)?

💡 Hint: Recall the structured form of the Wronskian determinant.

Question 2

Easy

Define linear independence in the context of functions.

💡 Hint: Think about what it means for vectors in a vector space!

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Question 1

What does a non-zero Wronskian indicate about a set of functions?

  • They are linearly dependent
  • They are linearly independent
  • It cannot be determined

💡 Hint: Remember the significance of the Wronskian!

Question 2

True or False: The functions sin(x) and cos(x) have a Wronskian that is always zero.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think back to how large the functions can be differentiated.

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Question 1

Calculate the Wronskian for the functions f1(x) = ln(x), f2(x) = x^2, and check for linear independence.

💡 Hint: Remember to differentiate the functions before forming the Wronskian!

Question 2

Provide a real-world scenario where linear independence of solutions is necessary. Discuss the implications of dependent vs. independent solutions.

💡 Hint: Discuss the importance of independent forces in structural integrity.

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