Chapter 2: First-Order Differential Equations
Q1E
In Problems 1 and 2 use Euler's method to obtain a four-decimal approximation of the indicated value. Carry out the recursion of (3) by hand, first using and then using.
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Q1E
Each DE in Problems is homogeneous. In Problems localid="1654933062855" solve the given differential equation by using an appropriate substitutionlocalid="1654933173507"
Q1E
Find the general solution of the given differential equation. Give the largest interval / over which the general solution is defined. Determine whether there are any transient terms in the general solution.
Q1E
In Problems, 1–4 reproduces the given computer-generated direction field. Then sketch, by hand, an approximate solution curve that passes through each of the indicated points. Use different colored pencils for each solution curve.
FIGURE 2.1.12 Direction field for Problem 1
Q1 E
In problems, determine whether the given differential equation is exact. If it is exact, solve it.
Q1RP
Answer Problems 1-12 without referring back to the text. Fill in the blanks or answer true or false.
The linear DE, , whereandare constants, is autonomous. The critical point of the equation is a(n) (attractor or repeller) for k > 0anda(n) (attractor or repeller) for k < 0.
Q20E
Consider the autonomous first-order differential equationand the initial condition
. By hand, sketch the graph of a typical solution y(x) when y0has the given values.
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Q20E
Each DE in Problemsis a Bernoulli equation. In Problems
solve the given differential equation by using an appropriate substitution.
Q20E
Use the method discussed under “Equations of the Form ” to solve problems 17-20.
Q20E
In Problems, 1-20 determine whether the given differential equation is exact. If it is exact, solve it.