7. Differential Equations

Verifying Solutions For Differential Equations — Quiz

Test your understanding of verifying solutions for differential equations with 5 practice questions.

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Practice Questions

Question 1

What does it mean to verify that a function $y=f(x)$ is a solution to a differential equation such as $\frac{dy}{dx}=2x$?

Question 2

Which function is a solution to $\frac{dy}{dx}=3x^2$?

Question 3

A student proposes that $y=e^x$ solves the differential equation $\frac{dy}{dx}=y$. Is the student correct?

Question 4

Which step is most important first when checking whether $y=\sin x$ is a solution to $\frac{dy}{dx}=\cos x$?

Question 5

Which equation is a differential equation for which $y=4$ is a solution?