The general solution of a differential equation is given by , where , and are arbitrary constants. Given that a particular solution satisfies , and when , find the values of , and .
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Worked solution
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1. Differentiate the given general solution to obtain expressions for $\frac{dy}{dx}$ and $\frac{d^2y}{dx^2}$.
2. Substitute $x = 0$ and the given values to form a system of equations.
Since , substituting , , and gives:
3. Solve the system of linear equations to find $A$, $B$, and $C$.
Subtract (1) from (2):
Subtract (1) from (3):
Multiply (5) by 3 and add to (4):
Substitute into (5):
Substitute and into (1):
Answer
, ,
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