Finding Solution to 2nd Order Diff Eq at x=1

In summary, the solution to the given 2nd Order Differential Equation at x = 1 is y = A exp{(10)^0.5 x} + B exp{- (10)^0.5 x} + 20, with coefficients A = 0.276701988 and B = 79.72329801. The particular integral is 20, and at x = 1, the solution is 29.91152764. The correctness of the particular integral can be verified by plugging it back into the differential equation.
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Homework Statement


Find the solution to the following 2nd Order Differential Equation at x = 1:
y'' = 10y -200

Boundary conditions:
when x = 0, y = 100
when x = 1, y' = 10

2. The attempt at a solution
Complimentary function: y = A exp{(10)^0.5 x} + B exp{- (10)^0.5 x}
Particular Integral: 20
General Solution: y = A exp{(10)^0.5 x} + B exp{- (10)^0.5 x} + 20
Coefficients: A = 0.276701988 B = 79.72329801
At x = 1, y = 29.91152764

My concern is whether the P.I. is correct.
P.S. I ran this diff equation in MATLAB and the solution at x = 1 was calculated to be 25.7312811548222.
 
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Yes, it is. It's easy enough to check for yourself. Just plug it back to see if it satisfies the differential equation.
 

FAQ: Finding Solution to 2nd Order Diff Eq at x=1

1. What is a second order differential equation?

A second order differential equation is a mathematical equation that involves a function, its first derivative, and its second derivative. It represents the relationship between a quantity and its rate of change and acceleration.

2. How do you solve a second order differential equation at x=1?

To solve a second order differential equation at x=1, you can use a variety of methods such as substitution, the method of undetermined coefficients, or the method of variation of parameters. These methods involve manipulating the equation to find a solution that satisfies the given conditions.

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4. What is the general form of a solution to a second order differential equation?

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5. Can a second order differential equation have multiple solutions?

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