Chapter 12. Ten Common Ways of Solving Differential Equations

In This Chapter

  • Surveying the different types of differential equations

  • Taking stock of your solution-technique options

Tackling differential equations effectively — and with the least amount of frustration — means knowing what type of equation you're dealing with and having a solution technique in mind. For example, are you looking at a homogeneous or separable differential equation, and can you solve it with either a series or numerical solution?

Consider this chapter your overview of the ten common ways of solving differential equations and where to find online help.

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