Differential Equation in circuit question

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The differential equation governing the circuit's current I(t) is a second-order linear ODE given by L d²I(t)/dt² + R dI(t)/dt + I(t)/C = V(t). For the case where resistance R is neglected and voltage V(t) is constant, the general solution needs to be derived. The user is struggling with the homogeneous equation by setting V(t) to zero and is uncertain about the appropriate ansatz to apply. Initial conditions I(0) = 0 and dI/dt(0) = 0 must also be satisfied in the solution. Assistance is requested to clarify the approach and resolve the difficulties encountered.
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Homework Statement



In a circuit with capacitance C, inductance L and resistance R the current I(t)
satisfies the differential equation

L d2I(t)/dt2 + R dI(t)/dt + I(t)/C = V(t)

where V (t)
is the voltage supplied.
a) Find the general solution to this differential equation
for the case that the resistance can be neglected, R = 0,
and the voltage is constant, V (t) = V0.
b) Determine the solution of part a) that satisfies the initial conditions I(0) = 0 and dI/dt(0) = 0

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The Attempt at a Solution



As this is a linear second order ODE, with constant coefficients, I have tried calculating the homogeneous equation (place V(t)=0) but cannot seem to get an answer, and I am not sure what ansatz to use.

please help
 
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