Practice Method of Undetermined Coefficients - 6.3.1 | 6. Non-Homogeneous Equations | Mathematics (Civil Engineering -1)
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Question 1

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What is the first step in the Method of Undetermined Coefficients?

💡 Hint: Think about what f(x) looks like.

Question 2

Easy

When do you need to modify your guessed solution for y_p?

💡 Hint: What do we call a solution that has the same terms?

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Question 1

What type of functions can f(x) be in the Method of Undetermined Coefficients?

  • Only polynomials
  • Polynomials
  • exponentials and trigonometric functions
  • Any function

💡 Hint: Recall the conditions of application for this method.

Question 2

True or False: The guessed y_p should always be different from y_h in form.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider what independence means in this context.

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Question 1

Solve the non-homogeneous differential equation d²y/dx² + 3dy/dx + 2y = e^(-x)sin(x) using the Method of Undetermined Coefficients.

💡 Hint: Consider the overlap and adjust your guess accordingly.

Question 2

For the equation d²y/dx² - 4y = 3x + 2, apply the Method of Undetermined Coefficients to find the general solution.

💡 Hint: Pay attention to the linear terms when you substitute.

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