Chapter 11. Solving Systems of Linear First Order Differential Equations

In This Chapter

  • Reviewing the basics of matrix operations

  • Calculating the determinant

  • Figuring out eigenvalues and eigenvectors

  • Seeking out the solution to various systems

This chapter is all about solving systems of linear first order differential equations and practicing various techniques involved in solving systems. First, you work out your matrix-handling skills by adding matrices, multiplying them, and finding their determinants. Then you practice finding eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Finally — drum roll please — you tackle solving some systems of differential equations.

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