All questions of Differential Equations for Electrical Engineering (EE) Exam

Which of the following is not a standard method for finding the solutions for differential equations?
  • a)
    Variable Separable
  • b)
    Homogenous Equation
  • c)
    Orthogonal Method
  • d)
    Bernoulli’s Equation
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Sanya Agarwal answered
The following are the different standard methods used in finding the solution of a differential equation:
  • Variable Separable
  • Homogenous Equation
  • Non-homogenous Equation reducible to Homogenous Equation
  • Exact Differential Equation
  • Non-exact Differential Equation that can be made exact with the help of integrating factors
  • Linear First Order Equation
  • Bernoulli’s Equation

The general solution of (x2 D2 – xD), y= 0 is :
  • a)
     y = C1 + Cex
  • b)
     y = C1 + Cx 
  • c)
    y = C1 x + Cx2
  • d)
    y = C1 + Cx
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Akshara Rane answered
+ 4xD + 3y = 0) can be found by assuming a solution of the form y = e^(mx).

Substituting this into the differential equation gives:

x^2(m^2)e^(mx) + 4xme^(mx) + 3e^(mx) = 0

Dividing through by e^(mx) gives:

m^2x^2 + 4mx + 3 = 0

This is a quadratic equation in m, which can be solved using the quadratic formula:

m = (-4x ± √(16x^2 - 4(3)(x^2))) / (2x^2)

Simplifying this gives:

m = (-2 ± √1) / x

m1 = -1/x, m2 = -3/x

Therefore, the general solution is a linear combination of the two solutions:

y = c1e^(-x) + c2e^(-3x)

where c1 and c2 are arbitrary constants determined by initial or boundary conditions.

Which of the following equations cannot be solved by using the method of separation of variables?
  • a)
    Laplace Equation
  • b)
    Helmholtz Equation
  • c)
    Alpha Equation
  • d)
    Biharmonic Equation
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Vertex Academy answered
The method of separation of variables is used to solve a wide range of linear partial differential equations with boundary and initial conditions, such as:
  • Heat equation
  • Wave equation
  • Laplace equation
  • Helmholtz equation
  • Biharmonic equation

The solutions of the equation 3yy’ + 4x = 0 represents a:
  • a)
    Family of circles
  • b)
    Family of ellipses
  • c)
    Family of Parabolas
  • d)
    Family of hyperbolas
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Vertex Academy answered
3yy’ + 4x = 0
3ydy = - 4x dx
On integration both the sides:

Where c is the constant of integration.

Thus, the solution of given differential equation represents the family of Ellipses.

Consider the following differential equation:
Which of the following is the solution of the above equation (is an arbitrary constant)?
  • a)
  • b)
  • c)
  • d)
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Engineers Adda answered
Given differential eqaution is,

Let, y = v × x
dy = vdx + xdv
By substituting values of Y and dY in equation 1, we get

Integrating both sides
2 log x = log |sec v| - log v + log c

Every Cauchy sequence is
  • a)
    Unbounded
  • b)
    Bounded
  • c)
    Infinite
  • d)
    None of these
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Sanya Agarwal answered
Basic properties of Cauchy sequences:
(i) Every convergent sequence is a Cauchy sequence,
(ii) Every Cauchy sequence of real (or complex) numbers is bounded,
(iii) If in a metric space, a Cauchy sequence possessing a convergent subsequence with limit is itself convergent and has the same limit.
∴ Every Cauchy sequence is bounded

A solution which does not contain any arbitrary constants is called a general solution.
  • a)
    True
  • b)
    False
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Rahul Chauhan answered
The answer is True.

Explanation:
In mathematics and engineering, a solution that does not contain any arbitrary constants is referred to as a general solution. This means that the solution represents all possible solutions to a given problem or equation, without any additional constraints or specific values.

Definition of a General Solution:
A general solution is a solution in which all possible solutions to a problem or equation are included. It does not contain any arbitrary constants, which means that it represents the complete set of solutions without any additional restrictions or specific values.

Characteristics of a General Solution:
1. Contains No Arbitrary Constants: A general solution does not involve any arbitrary constants. It represents the complete set of solutions without imposing any specific values or restrictions.

2. Represents All Possible Solutions: A general solution encompasses all possible solutions to a problem or equation. It includes all valid solutions without any additional constraints.

3. Allows for Flexibility: Since a general solution does not involve any arbitrary constants, it allows for flexibility in determining specific solutions. It provides a framework within which specific solutions can be derived by assigning suitable values to the constants.

4. Can Be Modified: A general solution can be modified or refined by adding specific constraints or conditions. By introducing additional information or requirements, a more specific solution can be obtained.

5. Applies to a Range of Problems: The concept of a general solution is applicable to various mathematical and engineering problems. It is a fundamental concept in differential equations, linear algebra, and other branches of mathematics.

In conclusion, a general solution is a solution that represents all possible solutions to a problem or equation without any arbitrary constants. It offers flexibility and can be modified or refined to obtain more specific solutions.

Which of the following is the property of error function?
  • a)
    erf (0) = 1
  • b)
    erf (∞) = 1
  • c)
    erf (0) = ∞
  • d)
    erf (∞) = 0
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Maulik Joshi answered
1) erf(0) = 0
2) erf(-x) = -erf(x)
3) erf(x) = 1 - erfc(x)
4) erf(inf) = 1
5) erf(-inf) = -1

The correct answer is a) erf(0) = 0.

One dimensional wave equation is
  • a)
  • b)
  • c)
  • d)
    None of these
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Concept:
Wave equation:
It is a second-order linear partial differential equation for the description of waves (like mechanical waves).
The Partial Differential equation is given as, 

For One-Dimensional equation,

where, A = α2, B = 0, C = -1
Put all the values in equation (1)
∴ 0 - 4 (α2)(-1)
2 > 0.
So, this is a one-dimensional wave equation.
Additional Information

having A = α2, B = 0, C = 0
Put all the values in equation (1), we get 
0 - 4(α2)(0) = 0, therefore it shows parabolic function.
So, this is a one-dimensional heat equation.

having A = 1, B = 0, C = 1
Put all the values in equation (1), we get 0 - 4(1)(1) = -4, therefore it shows elliptical function.
So, this is a two-dimensional heat equation.

Consider the differential equationwith y(1) = 2π. There exists a unique solution for this differential equation when t belongs to the interval
  • a)
    (–2, 2)
  • b)
    (–10, 10)
  • c)
    (–10, 2)
  • d)
    (0, 10)
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?


 
It is in the standard form of first order linear equation.
Integrating factor

Solution of differential equation is:

If t = ±9, solution doesn’t exist.
Hence t ≠ ±9.
From the options, (-2, 2) doesn’t consists of ±9, hence, (-2, 2) is the correct.

Which one of the following is the general solution of the first order differential equation dy/dx = (x + y − 1)2, where x, y are real?
  • a)
    y = 1 + x + tan–1 (x + c), where c is a constant.
  • b)
    y = 1 + x + tan(x + c), where c is a constant.
  • c)
    y = 1 – x + tan–1 (x + c), where c is a constant.
  • d)
    y = 1 – x + tan(x + c), where c is a constant.
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Meghana Desai answered

General Solution of the First Order Differential Equation

To find the general solution of the first order differential equation dy/dx = (x + y - 1)^2, we can rewrite the equation as:

dy/(x + y - 1)^2 = dx

Integrating both sides, we get:

Integration of the Differential Equation

∫ dy/(x + y - 1)^2 = ∫ dx

Substitute u = x + y - 1

Let u = x + y - 1. Then, du = dx + dy. Substituting these into the integral, we have:

∫ du/u^2 = ∫ dx

Integrate both sides

Integrating both sides, we get:

-1/u = x + C

where C is the constant of integration.

Substitute back y = u - x + 1

Substitute u = x + y - 1 back into the equation, we get:

-1/(x + y - 1) = x + C

Solving for y, we get:

y = 1 - x + tan(x + C)

Final General Solution

Therefore, the general solution of the first order differential equation dy/dx = (x + y - 1)^2 is:

y = 1 - x + tan(x + C), where C is a constant.

So, the correct answer is option 'D'.

The following partial differential equation is defined for u:u (x, y) 

The set auxiliary conditions necessary to solve the equation uniquely, is 
  • a)
    three initial conditions
  • b)
    three boundary conditions
  • c)
    two initial conditions and one boundary condition
  • d)
    one initial conditions and two boundary conditions
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Given:

∵ y ≥ 0 ⇒ It can be replaced with ‘t’.

This is a 1-D Heat equation. It measures temperature distribution in a uniform rod.
The general solution is u = f(x, t)

Auxiliary solutions include both initial and boundary conditions.
(1) Number of initial conditions = Highest order of time derivative in partial differential = 1
(2) The number of boundary conditions:
 To solve this partial differential equation, it needs to be integrated twice that will introduce two arbitrary constants.
Hence 2 boundary conditions and 1 initial condition are required to solve this Partial differential equation.

A particle undergoes forced vibrations according to the law xn(t) + 25x(t) = 21 sin t. If the particle starts from rest at t = 0, find the displacement at any time t > 0. 
  • a)
  • b)
  • c)
  • d)
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Sanya Agarwal answered
Concept:
The solution of the linear differential equation is of the form:
y = C.F + P.I
where C.F is the complementary function and P.I is the particular integral.
The 2nd order linear differential equation in the symbolic form is represented as:
When X = Sin(ax)
f(-a2) is calculated by replacing D2 with ain f(D)
In the case of a forced damped system, the vibration equation:
 The solution of x is (CF + PI)
Where CF is complimentary function and PI is particular integral
But after some time CF becomes zero.
∴ x = P.I
Calculation:
Given:
xn(t) + 25x(t) = 21 sin t
The above equation can be written as:
D+ 25x = 21 × Sin (t)
Here, a = 1, So putting -a2 = D2 = -1 in the above equation
∴ The displacement at any time t > 0 = 

Which of the following is a type of Iterative method of solving non-linear equations?
  • a)
    Graphical method
  • b)
    Interpolation method
  • c)
    Trial and Error methods
  • d)
    Direct Analytical methods
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Poulomi Patel answered
Interpolation method

The interpolation method is a type of iterative method used for solving non-linear equations. It involves the use of interpolation techniques to approximate the solution of the equation.

Iterative methods

Iterative methods are a class of numerical methods used to solve equations by making an initial guess and then refining it through a series of iterations until a desired level of accuracy is achieved. These methods are particularly useful for solving non-linear equations, where direct analytical methods may not be feasible.

Interpolation

Interpolation is a mathematical technique used to estimate unknown values based on known data points. It involves constructing a function that passes through the given data points and then using this function to approximate the value of the unknown variable.

Application in solving non-linear equations

In the context of solving non-linear equations, the interpolation method can be used to approximate the solution by constructing an interpolating function that passes through two known points and then finding the value of the unknown variable at the intersection of this function with the x-axis.

Steps in the interpolation method

1. Choose two initial guesses for the unknown variable, x.
2. Evaluate the function at the two initial guesses to obtain corresponding function values, f(x1) and f(x2).
3. Use interpolation techniques, such as linear interpolation or polynomial interpolation, to construct an interpolating function that passes through the points (x1, f(x1)) and (x2, f(x2)).
4. Find the value of x where the interpolating function intersects the x-axis, which represents an approximation of the solution to the non-linear equation.
5. Repeat steps 2-4 until the desired level of accuracy is achieved.

Advantages of the interpolation method

- It is a simple and intuitive method.
- It does not require knowledge of the derivative of the function.
- It can be easily implemented using computer software or calculators.
- It provides a systematic approach to approximate the solution of non-linear equations.

In conclusion, the interpolation method is a type of iterative method commonly used for solving non-linear equations. It involves constructing an interpolating function based on two initial guesses and using this function to approximate the solution. This method is advantageous due to its simplicity and ease of implementation.

Solve the following equation:
yexydx + (xexy + 2y)dy = 0
  • a)
    xexy + 2y2 = c
  • b)
    xexy + y2 = c
  • c)
    exy + 2y2 = c
  • d)
    exy + y2 = c
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Sanya Agarwal answered
The given equation is in the form of
M dx + N dy = 0
Here M = y exy
N = (x exy + 2y)

 
Hence the differential equation is an exact equation.
The solution is

Find the particular solution of the differential equation
  • a)
  • b)
  • c)
  • d)
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Engineers Adda answered
Given differential equation is
auxiliary equation is (D − 2)2 = 0 ⇒ D = 2, 2

This problem can be solved by using the method of variation of parameters. Then

Given  the value of y at x = 2 is ________ (round off to nearest integer)      (Important - Enter only the numerical value in the answer)
    Correct answer is between '162,170'. Can you explain this answer?

    Sanya Agarwal answered
    Given the differential equation is,


    By integrating with respect to ‘x’, we get

    ⇒ ln(20) = C
    Now, the differential equation becomes

    At x = 2, y = 20 (e2 + 1) = 167.78

    Cauchy’s linear differential equation  can be reduced to a linear differential equation with constant coefficient by using substitution
    • a)
      x = ez
    • b)
      y = ez
    • c)
      z = ex
    • d)
      z = ey
    Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

    Gate Gurus answered
    Concept:
    Any linear equation of the following form:
    is considered as Cauchy’s differential equation. The equation has variable coefficients so its solution becomes tedious but we can convert the above equation into the linear differential equation with constant coefficients
    By taking,
    log x = z or x = ez
    Proof:
    log x = z
    Taking differentiation on both sides we get,



    Now, it can be solved by finding C.F and P.I just like we solve linear differential equations with constant coefficients.

    General solution of the Cauchy-Euler equation
    • a)
      y = c1x2 + c2x4
    • b)
      y = c1x2 + c2x-4
    • c)
      y = (c1 + c2 In x) x4
    • d)
      y = c1x4 + c2x-4 In x
    Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

    Gate Gurus answered
    Concept:
    For different roots of the auxiliary equation, the solution (complementary function) of the differential equation is as shown below.

    Calculation:
    Given:

    Put x = et
    ⇒ t = ln x

    Now, the above differential equation becomes
    D(D – 1)y – 7Dy + 16y = 0
    ⇒ D2y – Dy – 7Dy + 16y = 0
    ⇒ (D2 – 8D + 16)y = 0
    Auxiliary equation:
    (D2 – 8 D + 16) = 0
    ⇒ D = 4
    The solutions for the above roots of auxiliary equations are:
    y(t) = (c+ c2 t) e4t
    ⇒ y(x) = (c1 + c2 ln x) x4

    The Wronskian of the differential equation
    • a)
      ex
    • b)
      -e3x
    • c)
      e2x
    • d)
      e5x
    Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

    Sanya Agarwal answered
    If the given differential equation is in the form, y'' + py' + qy = x
    Where, p, q, x are functions of x.
    Then Wronskian is,
    Here, y1 and y2 are the solutions of y'' + py' + qy = 0
    Given differential equation is,
    Auxiliary equation is,
    D2 – 3D + 2 = 0
    ⇒ D = 1, 2
    C.F. = c1 e2x + cex
    y1 = e2x, y2 = ex

    Consider the initial value problem below. The value of y at x = In 2, (rounded off to 3 decimal places) is dy/dx = 2x - y, y(0) = 1   (Important - Enter only the numerical value in the answer)
      Correct answer is between '0.8774,0.8952'. Can you explain this answer?

      Sanvi Kapoor answered
      Concept:
      The standard form of a first-order linear differential equation is,

      Where P and Q are the functions of x.
      Integrating factor, IF = e∫Pdx
      Now, the solution for the above differential equation is,
      y(IF) = ∫IF.Qdx
      Calculation:
      By comparing the above differential equation with the standard differential equation,
      P = 1, Q = 2x
      Integrating factor, IF = e∫Pdx = e∫1dx = ex
      Now, the solution is
      y(ex) = ∫ex(2x)dx
      yex = 2(xex − ex) + C
      ⇒ y = 2(x − 1) + Ce−x
      y(0) = 1
      ⇒ 1 = 2 (0 – 1) + C
      ⇒ C = 3
      Now, the solution becomes
      y = 2x – 2 + 3e-x
      At x = ln 2,
      y = 2 ln 2 – 2 + 3 (0.5) = 0.8862

      What is the complete solution for the equation x (y - z) p + y (z - x) q = z (x - y)?
      • a)
        ϕ (x + y + z, xyz) = 0
      • b)
        ϕ (x + 2y + z, xz) = 0
      • c)
        ϕ (2x + y + z, xyz) = 0
      • d)
        ϕ (x + y + z, xy) = 0
      Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

      Nilesh Kapoor answered
      To solve the equation x(y - z)p y(z - x)q = z(x - y), we need to simplify the equation and find the values of x, y, and z that satisfy the equation.

      Given equation: x(y - z)p y(z - x)q = z(x - y)

      Simplifying the equation:
      xy^2p - xz^2p + y^2zq - yx^2q = zx - zy
      xy^2p - xz^2p + y^2zq - yx^2q - zx + zy = 0

      Now let's break down the options and see which one satisfies the equation:

      a) (x y z, xyz) = 0
      This option suggests that the values of x, y, and z multiplied together should be equal to zero. However, this condition does not ensure that the given equation is satisfied. Therefore, option 'A' is not the correct solution.

      b) (x 2y z, xz) = 0
      This option suggests that the values of x and z multiplied together should be equal to zero. Again, this condition does not guarantee that the equation is satisfied. Therefore, option 'B' is not the correct solution.

      c) (2x y z, xyz) = 0
      This option suggests that the values of 2x, y, and z multiplied together should be equal to zero. Similar to the previous options, this condition does not lead to the solution of the equation. Therefore, option 'C' is not the correct solution.

      d) (x y z, xy) = 0
      This option suggests that the values of x, y, and z multiplied by xy should be equal to zero. However, this condition does not satisfy the equation. Therefore, option 'D' is not the correct solution.

      Therefore, the correct solution for the equation x(y - z)p y(z - x)q = z(x - y) is option 'A', which states that (x y z, xyz) = 0.

      If we use the Fourier transform  to solve the partial differential equation   in the half-plane {(x, y) : -∞ < x < ∞, 0 < y < ∞} the Fourier modes ϕk(y) depend on y as yα and yβ. The values of α and β are  
      • a)
      • b)
      • c)
      • d)
      Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

      Sanvi Kapoor answered
      The Fourier transform, 
      CALCULATION:
      We have;

      Now take the derivative of ϕ(x, y) we have;

      Again derivative we have;

      Now putting these values in equation 1) we have;

      Now, by applying Cauchy's differential equation we have;

      Again solving we have;
      The roots are written as;

      Hence option 3) is the correct answer.

      Solve: (x2D2 - 4xD + 6)y = x2
      where D = d/dx 
      • a)
        y = cx2 + cx2 - x2 logx2 
      • b)
        y = cx2 + cx3 - xlogx2 
      • c)
        y = cx2 + cx3 - x2logx2 
      • d)
        y = cx2 + cx2 - x logx2 
      Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

      To solve the given differential equation, we substitute the value of D in terms of d/dx and rearrange the equation to isolate y.

      Given: (x^2D^2 - 4xD + 6)y = x^2

      We are given that D = d/dx, so substituting this in the equation, we get:

      (x^2(d/dx)^2 - 4x(d/dx) + 6)y = x^2

      Simplifying the equation further, we have:

      (x^2(d^2y/dx^2) - 4x(dy/dx) + 6)y = x^2

      Expanding the equation, we get:

      x^2(d^2y/dx^2)y - 4x(dy/dx)y + 6y = x^2

      Rearranging the terms, we have:

      x^2(d^2y/dx^2)y - 4x(dy/dx)y + (6y - x^2) = 0

      Now, we can see that this is a homogeneous linear differential equation. So, let's assume y = x^m and substitute it in the equation.

      (x^2d^2/dx^2)(x^m) - 4(xd/dx)(x^m) + (6x^m - x^2) = 0

      Differentiating y = x^m twice, we get:

      m(m-1)x^m-2 - 4m(x^m-1) + (6x^m - x^2) = 0

      Expanding and combining like terms, we have:

      m(m-1)x^m-2 - 4mx^m-1 + 6x^m - x^2 = 0

      Now, let's divide the entire equation by x^m-2 to simplify further:

      m(m-1) - 4mx + 6x^2/x^m-2 - x^2/x^m-2 = 0

      Simplifying, we have:

      m(m-1) - 4mx + 6x^2/x^2 - x^2/x^2 = 0

      m(m-1) - 4mx + 6x^2 - x^2 = 0

      m^2 - m - 4mx + 5x^2 = 0

      Now, we can equate the coefficients of the like powers of x to get the values of m:

      m^2 - m = 0 (coefficient of x^0)
      -4m + 5 = 0 (coefficient of x^2)

      Solving these equations, we get:

      m = 0 or m = 1
      m = 5/4

      Therefore, the general solution to the differential equation is:

      y = c1x^0 + c2x^1 + c3x^(5/4)

      Simplifying further, we have:

      y = c1 + c2x + c3x^(5/4)

      This matches with the option C, which states that y = c1x^2 + c2x^3 - x^2log(x^2).

      Hence, the correct answer is option C.

      The solution of differential equation dx – (x + y + 1) dy = 0 is
      • a)
        (x + y + 2) ey = C
      • b)
        (x – y - 2) ey = C
      • c)
        (x + y + 2) e-y = C
      • d)
        (x – y + 2) ey = C
      Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

      Vertex Academy answered
      Given differential equation is,
      dx – (x + y + 1) dy = 0


      Put (x + y + 1) = t

      Now, the differential equation becomes


      ⇒ t - In (t + 1) = x + C1
      ⇒ (x + y + 1) – In (x + y + 2) = x + C1
      ⇒ y + 1 – C1 = In (x + y + 2)
      ⇒ In (x + y + 2) = y + k
      ⇒ (x + y + 2) = ey+k
      ⇒ (x + y + 2) e
      -y
       = C

      The solution of differential equationwill be ___________, where c1 and c2 are arbitrary constants.
      • a)
        y = c1x + c2x2
      • b)
        y = c1 log x + c2x
      • c)
        y = c1 + c2x
      • d)
        y = c1x2 + c2x3
      Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

      Gate Gurus answered
      Concept:
      Linear differential equations with variable coefficients can be reduced to linear differential equations with constant coefficients by suitable substitutions.
      Euler Cauchy Homogeneous linear equation:

      Calculation:
      Given:
      Euler Cauchy equation:

      Now, the above differential equation becomes
      D (D – 1) y – 2 D y + 2 y = 0
      ⇒ D2 y – D y – 2 D y + 2 y = 0
      ⇒ (D2 – 3 D + 2) y = 0
      Auxiliary equation:
      (D2 – 3 D + 2) = 0
      ⇒ (D - 2) (D - 1) = 0
      ⇒ D = 2, 1
      Now the roots are real and different, and the general solution of given equation is 
      y = c1 e2t + c2 et
      ⇒ y = c1x + c2x2

      Solve
      Which of the following is the solution of above equation, when x = 0?
      • a)
        Can be any constant
      • b)
        Undefined
      • c)
        Zero
      • d)
        1
      Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

      Sanya Agarwal answered
      Concept:

      The given equation is multiplied with x to make it a equation of Cauchy Euler type.

      The given equation is of Cauchy Euler type. Cauchy Euler equation is homogenous linear equation with variable coefficient.
      They can be reduced to linear equations with constant coefficients
      Calculation:
      Given:

      Put x = et
      log x = t
      The given equation is written as
      [x2D2 + xD]y = 0      ---(1)
      Put xD = D’, x2D2 = D’(D’ - 1)
      [D’(D’ - 1) + D’]y = 0
      D’2 y = 0
      The auxiliary equation is D’2 = 0
      The roots of this equation are 0, 0
      C.F = (At + B) e0t
      y = (At + B)
      Put t = log x
      y = A log x + B
      At x = 0; y is undefined as log 0 is undefined.

      Which of the following is an example of non-linear differential equation?
      • a)
        y = mx + c
      • b)
        x + x’ = 0
      • c)
        x + x2 = 0
      • d)
        x” + 2x = 0
      Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

      Sanya Agarwal answered
      For a differential equation to be linear the dependent variable should be of first degree. Since in equation x+x2=0, x2 is not a first power, it is not an example of linear differential equation.

      What are the conditions called which are required for a signal to fulfil to be represented as Fourier series?
      • a)
        Dirichlet’s conditions
      • b)
        Gibbs phenomenon
      • c)
        Fourier conditions
      • d)
        Fourier phenomenon
      Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

      Sanya Agarwal answered
      When the Dirichlet’s conditions are satisfied, then only for a signal, the fourier series exist. Fourier series is of two types- trigonometric series and exponential series.

      The solution of the differential equation (dy/dx) = ky, y(0) = c is
      • a)
        x = ce-ky
      • b)
        x = kecy
      • c)
        y = cekx
      • d)
        y = ce-kx
      Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

      Alok Iyer answered
      Solution:

      The given differential equation is

      (dy/dx) = ky

      To solve this differential equation, we can separate the variables by moving all terms involving y to one side and all terms involving x to the other side:

      (dy/y) = k(dx)

      Next, we can integrate both sides of the equation. The integral of (dy/y) is ln|y|, and the integral of k(dx) is kx + C, where C is the constant of integration:

      ln|y| = kx + C

      To eliminate the absolute value, we can exponentiate both sides of the equation:

      e^(ln|y|) = e^(kx + C)

      This simplifies to:

      |y| = e^(kx) * e^C

      Since e^C is a constant, we can replace it with another constant, let's say A:

      |y| = Ae^(kx)

      Now, we can consider two cases for the absolute value:

      Case 1: y > 0
      In this case, the absolute value can be removed:

      y = Ae^(kx)

      Case 2: y < />
      In this case, the absolute value becomes a negative sign:

      -y = Ae^(kx)

      Multiplying both sides by -1, we get:

      y = -Ae^(kx)

      Combining both cases, we can write the solution as:

      y = Ce^(kx)

      where C = A if y > 0, and C = -A if y < />

      Given that y(0) = c, we can substitute this initial condition into the solution:

      c = Ce^(k*0)

      Since e^0 = 1, this simplifies to:

      c = C

      Therefore, the constant C is equal to c. Substituting this back into the solution, we get:

      y = ce^(kx)

      Hence, the correct solution to the given differential equation is option 'C': y = ce^(kx).

      The differential equation representing the family of circles touching y-axis at origin is:
      • a)
        Linear & of first order
      • b)
        Linear & of second order
      • c)
        Non-linear & of first order
      • d)
        Non-linear & of second order
      Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

      Jay Sharma answered
      Understanding the Family of Circles
      The family of circles that touch the y-axis at the origin can be represented by the general equation of a circle. The equation can be described as:
      - (x - h)² + (y - k)² = r²
      Here, for circles touching the y-axis at the origin, the center (h, k) will be (r, k) where r is the radius and k can take any value.
      Equation of the Circles
      The specific equation becomes:
      - (x - r)² + (y - k)² = r²
      This can be expanded and rearranged as:
      - x² - 2xr + r² + y² - 2yk + k² = r²
      This simplifies to:
      - x² + y² - 2xr - 2yk + k² = 0
      Deriving the Differential Equation
      To find the differential equation, we differentiate this equation with respect to x:
      - 2x + 2y(dy/dx) - 2r - 2(dy/dx)k = 0
      Rearranging gives us a first-order differential equation in terms of dy/dx.
      Nature of the Differential Equation
      - The equation is non-linear because of the presence of the terms involving (dy/dx) in a multiplicative form.
      - It is of first order since it involves the first derivative but not higher derivatives.
      Conclusion
      Thus, the correct classification of the differential equation representing the family of circles touching the y-axis at the origin is:
      - Non-linear & of first order (Option C).

      The ordinary differential equation
      • a)
        linear and homogeneous
      • b)
        linear and non-homogeneous
      • c)
        non-linear and homogeneous
      • d)
        non-linear and non-homogeneous
      Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

      Vertex Academy answered
      Concept:
      Identification of Non-linear Differential Equation:

      If any differential equation consists at least one of the above properties, then it is called non-linear differential equation and if any differential equation is free from all the above properties, then it is a linear differential equation.
      Given:
      It is free from all the four characteristics described in the table. Hence it is a linear differential equation.
      Product of dependent and independent variable i.e. x and u is present. Hence it is a non-homogenous equation.

      Singular solution of a differential equation is one that cannot be obtained from the general solution gotten by the usual method of solving the differential equation.
      • a)
        True
      • b)
        False
      Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

      Neha Mukherjee answered
      Singular Solution of a Differential Equation

      The given statement is true. A singular solution of a differential equation is one that cannot be obtained from the general solution obtained by the usual method of solving the differential equation.

      General Solution
      The general solution of a differential equation contains all possible solutions to the equation. It is obtained by integrating the differential equation and including an arbitrary constant.

      Method of Solving Differential Equations
      The usual method of solving a differential equation involves finding the general solution by integrating the equation and then applying initial or boundary conditions to determine the particular solution.

      Singular Solution
      A singular solution is a special solution that cannot be derived from the general solution. It arises when the arbitrary constant in the general solution takes on a specific value that satisfies additional conditions or constraints. These additional conditions are not accounted for in the general solution.

      Example
      Consider the differential equation: dy/dx = x/y

      The general solution of this differential equation can be obtained by separating the variables and integrating both sides:
      ∫y dy = ∫x dx
      y^2/2 = x^2/2 + C

      Here, C is the arbitrary constant and represents the general solution.

      However, suppose we have an additional condition that the solution must pass through the point (1, 1). Substituting these values into the general solution, we get:
      (1)^2/2 = (1)^2/2 + C
      1/2 = 1/2 + C
      C = 0

      The singular solution is obtained when the arbitrary constant C takes on a specific value of zero. Therefore, the singular solution to the differential equation is:
      y^2/2 = x^2/2

      This singular solution satisfies the additional condition and cannot be obtained from the general solution.

      Conclusion
      In conclusion, a singular solution of a differential equation is one that arises when the arbitrary constant in the general solution takes on a specific value that satisfies additional conditions or constraints. These singular solutions cannot be obtained from the general solution obtained by the usual method of solving the differential equation.

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