Is My Laplace Transform Solution Correct?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the application of the Laplace transform to various functions, specifically focusing on the transformations of exponential and polynomial expressions. Participants explore their attempts to solve specific problems and seek assistance in understanding the steps involved.

Discussion Character

  • Homework-related
  • Mathematical reasoning

Main Points Raised

  • One participant initially struggles with the Laplace transform of $\mathscr{L}\{e^{3a-2bt}\}$, expressing uncertainty about the applicability of the first shift theorem.
  • Another participant points out that $e^{3a}$ can be treated as a constant, allowing the transformation of $e^{-2bt}$ to proceed.
  • A participant later presents a new problem involving $\mathscr{L}\{(t^2-3)^2\}$ and seeks guidance on the first steps to take, noting a lack of matching transforms in their reference table.
  • There is a suggestion to expand the polynomial expression, leading to the transformation of $\mathscr{L}\{t^4-6t^2+9\}$.
  • Participants discuss the resulting Laplace transforms, with one participant presenting their calculations and seeking confirmation on their correctness.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the approach to solving the problems presented, with some confirming the correctness of the transformations. However, there is no explicit consensus on the initial steps for the first problem or the correctness of the final calculations in the latter part of the discussion.

Contextual Notes

Some participants express uncertainty about the application of specific theorems and the transformations of certain functions, indicating potential limitations in their understanding or reference materials.

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please help me solve this problem

$\mathscr{L}\{e^{3a-2bt}\}$

here's my attempt

$\mathscr{L}\{e^{3a}\cdot e^{-2bt}\}$ from here I couldn't continue

I looked up my table of transform but nothing matches the problem above. I'm not sure if the first shift formula would work here. please help.

regards :)

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Oh my! I didn't notice that $e^a$ is just a constant. I can pull it out and take the laplace transform of $e^{-2bt}$ :rolleyes:
 
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Drain Brain said:
please help me solve this problem

$\mathscr{L}\{e^{3a-2bt}\}$

here's my attempt

$\mathscr{L}\{e^{3a}\cdot e^{-2bt}\}$ from here I couldn't continue

I looked up my table of transform but nothing matches the problem above. I'm not sure if the first shift formula would work here. please help.

regards :)

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Oh my! I didn't notice that $e^a$ is just a constant. I can pull it out and take the laplace transform of $e^{-2bt}$ :rolleyes:

Yes you pull out $\displaystyle \begin{align*} \mathrm{e}^{3a} \end{align*}$ as a constant factor. The remaining function should be easy to find the Laplace Transform of :)
 
yes solved it already.

I have another problem here

$\mathscr{L}\{(t^2-3)^2\}$

what's the first step here. I couldn't see any transform that matches the function from my table.

regards.
 
Drain Brain said:
yes solved it already.

I have another problem here

$\mathscr{L}\{(t^2-3)^2\}$

what's the first step here. I couldn't see any transform that matches the function from my table.

regards.

Expand out the brackets.
 
Prove It said:
Expand out the brackets.

$\mathscr{L}\{t^4-6t^2+9\}$

now $\frac{4!}{s^{4+1}}-\frac{6(2!)}{s^{2+1}}+\frac{9}{s}$

$\frac{24}{s^{5}}-\frac{12}{s^3}+\frac{9}{s}$ is this correct?

 
Drain Brain said:
$\mathscr{L}\{t^4-6t^2+9\}$

now $\frac{4!}{s^{4+1}}-\frac{6(2!)}{s^{2+1}}+\frac{9}{s}$

$\frac{24}{s^{5}}-\frac{12}{s^3}+\frac{9}{s}$ is this correct?

Looks good to me :)
 

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