Differential equations for dummies

Holzner, Steven

Differential equations for dummies - Hoboken, NJ : Wiley Pub., ©2008. - xviii, 336 pages : illustrations ;

Includes Index

Introduction. Part I: Focusing on First Order Differential Equations. Chapter 1: Welcome to the World of Differential Equations. Chapter 2: Looking at Linear First Order Differential Equations. Chapter 3: Sorting Out Separable First Order Differential Equations. Chapter 4: Exploring Exact First Order Differential Equations and Euler's Method. Part II: Surveying Second and Higher Order Differential Equations. Chapter 5: Examining Second Order Linear Homogeneous Differential Equations. Chapter 6: Studying Second Order Linear Nonhomogeneous Differential Equations. Chapter 7: Handling Higher Order Linear Homogeneous Differential Equations. Chapter 8: Taking On Higher Order Linear Nonhomogeneous Differential Equations. Part III: The Power Stuff: Advanced Techniques. Chapter 9: Getting Serious with Power Series and Ordinary Points. Chapter 10: Powering through Singular Points. Chapter 11: Working with Laplace Transforms. Chapter 12: Tackling Systems of First Order Linear Differential Equations. Chapter 13: Discovering Three Fail-Proof Numerical Methods. Part IV: The Part of Tens. Chapter 14: Ten Super-Helpful Online Differential Equation Tutorials. Chapter 15: Ten Really Cool Online Differential Equation Solving Tools. Index.

The fun and easy way to understand and solve complexequations
Many of the fundamental laws of physics, chemistry, biology, andeconomics can be formulated as differential equations. Thisplain-English guide explores the many applications of thismathematical tool and shows how differential equations can help usunderstand the world around us. Differential Equations ForDummies is the perfect companion for a college differentialequations course and is an ideal supplemental resource for othercalculus classes as well as science and engineering courses. Itoffers step-by-step techniques, practical tips, numerous exercises,and clear, concise examples to help readers improve theirdifferential equation-solving skills and boost their testscores.

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