Math Problem Statement
Solution
From the uploaded image, here are the final answers based on the questions:
(a) General Solution:
The general solution is:
(b) Behavior of the General Solution:
The behavior corresponds to a saddle point, with one solution growing exponentially and another decaying exponentially.
Correct choice:
Divergent solutions have trajectories defined by .
(c) Correct Direction Field:
Drag the point to the direction field that matches a saddle point behavior, which shows trajectories diverging and converging along specific directions.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Linear Algebra
Differential Equations
Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors
Phase Plane Analysis
Formulas
General solution: \( \mathbf{x}(t) = c_1 \mathbf{v}_1 e^{\lambda_1 t} + c_2 \mathbf{v}_2 e^{\lambda_2 t} \)
Eigenvalue equation: \( \text{det}(A - \lambda I) = 0 \)
Theorems
Theory of linear systems and eigenvalues
Behavior of solutions based on eigenvalues (e.g., saddle points)
Suitable Grade Level
University Level
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