Practice Types of PDEs - 2.2 | 2. Classification of PDEs (Elliptic, Parabolic, Hyperbolic) | Mathematics - iii (Differential Calculus) - Vol 2
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Question 1

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What is the condition that defines elliptic PDEs?

💡 Hint: Think about the discriminant.

Question 2

Easy

Which PDE is an example of a parabolic equation?

💡 Hint: It relates to temperature change.

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Question 1

What type of PDE is represented by the equation ∂²u/∂x² + ∂²u/∂y² = 0?

  • Elliptic
  • Parabolic
  • Hyperbolic

💡 Hint: Consider the discriminant.

Question 2

True or False: A hyperbolic PDE has two distinct characteristic curves.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about wave propagation.

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Question 1

Given the PDE ∂²u/∂t² - c²∂²u/∂x² = 0, classify it and justify your reasoning.

💡 Hint: Evaluate the coefficients to assess the discriminant.

Question 2

Transform the parabolic PDE ∂u/∂t = k∂²u/∂x² into its canonical form.

💡 Hint: Use variable change methods to simplify the equation.

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