Linear Systems and Linear Differential Equations

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Linear differential equations are indeed considered linear systems, as both share the defining characteristics of linearity: closure under addition, scalar multiplication, and the inclusion of the zero element. The properties of linearity apply uniformly to both concepts, establishing a foundational relationship. Furthermore, linear differential equations can generate linear systems that model subspaces adhering to these linear properties, reinforcing their interconnectedness.

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Yes. The question of linearity requires that a system must be closed under addition, scalar multiplication, and contain zero to be considered linear. A linear differential equation and a linear system are linear under these same qualities. In fact, linear differential equations can create a linear system which models a "subspace" that satisfies these properties as well.
 

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