1.1 - Formation of PDEs by Eliminating Arbitrary Constants
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What is the definition of a partial differential equation?
💡 Hint: Think about how derivatives vary with multiple inputs.
How do you eliminate arbitrary constants?
💡 Hint: What do you do first with the function?
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What is the primary method for forming PDEs using arbitrary constants?
💡 Hint: What action do we perform first?
True or False: Arbitrary functions can be eliminated by direct substitution.
💡 Hint: Think about the differentiation process for functions.
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Form a PDE from the equation z = ax^2 + by + c where a, b are constants and relate it to physical context.
💡 Hint: Apply partial differentiation rules.
Consider the function z = f(x^3 + y^3). How would you eliminate the arbitrary function f?
💡 Hint: Track your substitutions carefully.
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