Constructing A Differential Equation From A Solution Set

Click For Summary
The discussion focuses on constructing a differential equation from a given solution set, specifically y = c1e3xcos(2x) + c2e3xsin(2x) + c3 + c4x. There is uncertainty regarding the roots associated with the constants c3 and c4, with a suggestion that they represent a repeated root, potentially k = 0. Participants emphasize the importance of deriving the correct differential equation that aligns with the provided solution. Ultimately, confirming that the derived equation matches the solution set is critical to solving the problem. The conversation highlights the connection between the solution form and the corresponding differential equation.
Baumer8993
Messages
45
Reaction score
0

Homework Statement



y = c1e3xcos(2x)+c2e3xsin(2x)+c3+c4x


Homework Equations



Differential Equations.

The Attempt at a Solution


I am having trouble what the roots are for the c3, and c4 parts. I know they are a repeated root, but is it just k= 0? It seems like it would work, but I am not sure.
 
Physics news on Phys.org
Baumer8993 said:

Homework Statement



y = c1e3xcos(2x)+c2e3xsin(2x)+c3+c4x


Homework Equations



Differential Equations.

The Attempt at a Solution


I am having trouble what the roots are for the c3, and c4 parts. I know they are a repeated root, but is it just k= 0? It seems like it would work, but I am not sure.

You are on the right track. What is the differential equation you got? If the solution of it agrees with the given one, you solved the problem.

ehild
 
  • Like
Likes 1 person
Question: A clock's minute hand has length 4 and its hour hand has length 3. What is the distance between the tips at the moment when it is increasing most rapidly?(Putnam Exam Question) Answer: Making assumption that both the hands moves at constant angular velocities, the answer is ## \sqrt{7} .## But don't you think this assumption is somewhat doubtful and wrong?

Similar threads

  • · Replies 27 ·
Replies
27
Views
2K
  • · Replies 10 ·
Replies
10
Views
2K
  • · Replies 7 ·
Replies
7
Views
2K
  • · Replies 10 ·
Replies
10
Views
2K
  • · Replies 4 ·
Replies
4
Views
2K
  • · Replies 17 ·
Replies
17
Views
3K
Replies
4
Views
2K
  • · Replies 4 ·
Replies
4
Views
2K
  • · Replies 4 ·
Replies
4
Views
2K
  • · Replies 5 ·
Replies
5
Views
2K