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  1. October 9th 2012, 03:26 PM #1
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    Diferential equation

    find the possible value of lambda such that y = e^lambda*t is a solution to y" + 3y' - 10y = 0
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    Re: Diferential equation

    If you haven't studied characteristic roots, then try substituting the given solution into the ODE. What do you find?
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