How Can We Predict Particular Solutions for Linear Differential Equations?

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This discussion focuses on predicting particular solutions for linear differential equations, specifically analyzing the equations y'' + 3y' - y = 3sin3x (non-homogeneous) and y'' + 3y' - y = 0 (homogeneous). The general solution for the non-homogeneous equation is identified as y = Asin3x + Bcos3x. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding the distinction between homogeneous and non-homogeneous equations and suggests consulting textbooks on ordinary differential equations for further learning.

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a) y'' + 3y' - y = 3sin3x This is not homogeneous.
b) y'' + 3y' - y = 0 This is homogeneous.
I see b) is homogeneous because it equals to 0. What are further conclusions for that.

How we can predict particular solution in a) to be: y = Asin3x + Bcos3x? And how to predict solutions for other forms like sin3x + ex or 3sin2x...
Please if you have some examples post link.
 
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Voq said:
a) y'' + 3y' - y = 3sin3x This is not homogeneous.
b) y'' + 3y' - y = 0 This is homogeneous.
I see b) is homogeneous because it equals to 0. What are further conclusions for that.

How we can predict particular solution in a) to be: y = Asin3x + Bcos3x? And how to predict solutions for other forms like sin3x + ex or 3sin2x...
Your questions are too broad to be answered in an online forum. The topic of solving linear differential equations with constant coefficients is covered in all textbooks on ordinary differential equations. I would recommend getting a textbook or taking a class, and if you still have questions, ask one that is more specific.

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