Practice Method of Variation of Parameters - 6.3.2 | 6. Non-Homogeneous Equations | Mathematics (Civil Engineering -1)
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Question 1

Easy

What is the method of variation of parameters used for?

💡 Hint: Consider what to do when the forcing function doesn't fit other methods.

Question 2

Easy

Define the term 'Particular Integral'.

💡 Hint: Think about the term's role in relation to the overall solution.

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Question 1

When should the method of variation of parameters be used?

  • A. When f(x) is a polynomial
  • B. When f(x) does not fit the undetermined coefficients method
  • C. When the equation is homogeneous

💡 Hint: Consider the flexibility of allowing any form for f(x).

Question 2

True or False: The complementary function is the part of the solution that addresses the non-homogeneous term.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about the roles of the complementary function and particular integral.

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Question 1

Using the equation y'' + 5y' + 6y = e^(-2x), solve for the particular solution using variation of parameters.

💡 Hint: Focus on finding a suitable u₁ and u₂ and remember to check the linear independence of your solutions.

Question 2

For the equation y'' + y = sin(x), derive and integrate to find the particular solution using the method of variation of parameters.

💡 Hint: Be systematic in solving the system of equations, and integrate carefully!

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