4.3 - Linear First-Order PDEs: Lagrange’s Method
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What is a first-order PDE?
💡 Hint: Think about the order of derivatives.
Write the standard form of a first-order linear PDE.
💡 Hint: Recall P, Q, and R represent the coefficients.
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Which of the following is the correct form of a first-order linear PDE?
💡 Hint: Pay attention to the variables involved in the equation.
True or False: Auxiliary equations for Lagrange’s method come from the solution of the PDE itself.
💡 Hint: Think about how we arrive at the auxiliary equations.
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Prove the effectiveness of Lagrange’s method by solving a non-homogeneous first-order linear PDE such as z + 2x = y.
💡 Hint: Start with the ratios from the coefficients.
Explore the limits of Lagrange's method by attempting to apply it to a non-linear PDE and discuss the Schrodinger analogy.
💡 Hint: Focus on the non-linearity aspect when setting up your approach.
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