Nonhomogeneous linear differential equation

In summary, to solve for y(x), you can use the method of variations and the Wronskian determinant. By finding the solutions [u',v',w'], with a Wronskian determinant of 10e^{6x}, you can integrate to get the answer of y=\frac{1}{10}e^{2x}-\frac{1}{30}e^{3x}-\frac{e^{x}}{10}, which has roots at 1,2, and 3. However, the given answer has four roots, possibly due to a Wronskian determinant of 2e^{6x}.
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Homework Statement


solve for y(x).

[tex]y"'-6y"+11y'-6=e^{4x} [/tex]



Homework Equations



Wronskian determinant. Method of variations.

The Attempt at a Solution

Supposing that [u', v', w'] are the solutions, wronskian det=W is [tex]10e^{6x} [/tex]
By use of [tex] x_k=\frac{det(M_{k})}{det(x)}[/tex], I got [tex]u'=\frac{1}{4}e^{8x},v'=\frac{-1}{9}e^{9x}, w'=\frac{-1}{7}e^{7x}[/tex]. Integration gives [tex]y=\frac{1}{10}e^{2x}-\frac{1}{30}e^{3x}-\frac{e^{x}}{10}[/tex].
 
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The answer has four whereas i came up with only 3 since the roots are 1,2, and 3 respectively. I think [tex] W=2e^{6x} [/tex]
 

Related to Nonhomogeneous linear differential equation

1. What is a nonhomogeneous linear differential equation?

A nonhomogeneous linear differential equation is a type of mathematical equation that involves a function and its derivatives. It is considered nonhomogeneous because the right-hand side of the equation contains terms that are not related to the function itself.

2. How is a nonhomogeneous linear differential equation different from a homogeneous linear differential equation?

In a homogeneous linear differential equation, the right-hand side of the equation is equal to zero, meaning that there are no external forces acting on the function. In a nonhomogeneous linear differential equation, there are external forces or influences affecting the function.

3. What are some methods for solving nonhomogeneous linear differential equations?

Some common methods for solving nonhomogeneous linear differential equations include the method of undetermined coefficients, variation of parameters, and Laplace transforms.

4. What is the role of initial conditions in solving a nonhomogeneous linear differential equation?

Initial conditions are values that are given for the function and its derivatives at a specific point. These conditions are used to find the particular solution of the nonhomogeneous linear differential equation, which satisfies both the equation and the initial conditions.

5. What are some real-life applications of nonhomogeneous linear differential equations?

Nonhomogeneous linear differential equations are commonly used in physics and engineering to model systems with external forces or influences. They can also be used in economics and biology to model growth and decay processes.

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