Mathematical Methods in the Physical Sciences

3rd Edition

ISBN: 9780471198260

Author: Mary L. Boas

Publisher: Wiley, John & Sons, Incorporated

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Chapter 8.5, Problem 4P

Solve the following differential equations by the methods discussed above and compare computer solutions.

y ′ ′ + 2 y ′ + 2 y = 0

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Mathematical Methods in the Physical Sciences

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