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Solving Differential Equations
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What do differential equations contain?

Derivatives

What is a 1st order differential equation?

Has dydx\frac{dy}{dx} as highest derivative

What defines a 2nd order differential equation?

Has d2ydx2\frac{d²y}{dx²} as highest

How many main types of differential equations are in Leaving Cert Applied Maths?

Three

What does a general solution contain?

An arbitrary constant of integration

What is the first step in solving Type 1 differential equations?

Separate the variables

What distinguishes Type 2 from Type 1 differential equations?

Type 2 uses initial conditions

What substitution is used for Type 3 (2nd order) equations?

Let v=dydxv = \frac{dy}{dx}

What does variable separation achieve?

All y terms one side, x terms other

What is ∫1xdx\int\frac{1}{x} dx equal to?

ln⁡x+c\ln x + c

Why are initial conditions used in Type 2 equations?

To find the specific value of cc

What must always be included when integrating?

The constant cc

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