AP Test Prep

Calculus AB/BC - Particular Solutions using Initial Conditions and Separation of Variables

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Take the next step in separating. Pupils pick up from the previous lesson to now find the particular solution of a differential equation at a given point. Scholars watch three examples of finding the particular solution and hear the reasoning of whether to take positive or negative values for specific challenging functions. Learners practice their skills with 14 exercises.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Review sketching graphs using slope fields
Classroom Considerations
  • Assumes the class knows how to find the general solution using separation of variables
  • Seventh section in a 10-part unit
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Practice solutions show detailed steps in arriving to solutions
  • Contains test prep type problems
Cons
  • None