Practice Derivation of the Variation of Parameters Formula - 8.3 | 8. Solution by Variation of Parameters | Mathematics (Civil Engineering -1)
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Question 1

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Define a non-homogeneous differential equation.

💡 Hint: What is meant by a term 'not dependent'?

Question 2

Easy

What is the Wronskian used for?

💡 Hint: Think about what it indicates regarding two functions.

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Question 1

What is the first step in applying variation of parameters?

  • Set the equation to zero
  • Identify linearly independent solutions
  • Differentiate the equation

💡 Hint: It's about recognizing what works for the homogeneous part.

Question 2

The Wronskian is important because it indicates...

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember what independence means in mathematics.

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Question 1

Solve y'' + 3y' + 2y = e^x using the variation of parameters method.

💡 Hint: Focus on finding the appropriate homogeneous solutions first.

Question 2

Given the equation y'' - y = cos(x), explain why variation of parameters is suitable here.

💡 Hint: Identify the nature of the forcing function.

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