12. - Numerical Solutions of ODEs
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Practice Questions
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What is a Taylor Series?
💡 Hint: Think about how it approximates functions!
Define ordinary differential equation (ODE).
💡 Hint: Consider the order of the derivatives.
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What is the primary purpose of the Taylor Series Method?
💡 Hint: Think about its application in numerical methods.
True or False: The Taylor Series Method is suitable for stiff differential equations.
💡 Hint: Recall the limitations discussed.
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Solve the equation dy/dx = 2x + 3y with y(0) = 1 up to the third order using the Taylor Series Method with h = 0.1.
💡 Hint: Steady progress through derivatives at x=0 will help!
Explain how the accuracy of the Taylor Series Method changes with more terms and provide an example where it's positively impactful.
💡 Hint: Relate this to actual function behavior.
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