{"product_id":"differential-equations-for-dummies-isbn-9780470178140","title":"Differential Equations For Dummies","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe fun and easy way to understand and solve complex equations\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003cp\u003eMany of the fundamental laws of physics, chemistry, biology, and economics can be formulated as differential equations. This plain-English guide explores the many applications of this mathematical tool and shows how differential equations can help us understand the world around us. \u003ci\u003eDifferential Equations For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is the perfect companion for a college differential equations course and is an ideal supplemental resource for other calculus classes as well as science and engineering courses. It offers step-by-step techniques, practical tips, numerous exercises, and clear, concise examples to help readers improve their differential equation-solving skills and boost their test scores.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cb\u003eIntroduction.\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I: Focusing on First Order Differential Equations.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1: Welcome to the World of Differential Equations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Looking at Linear First Order Differential Equations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3: Sorting Out Separable First Order Differential Equations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4: Exploring Exact First Order Differential Equations and Euler’s Method.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II: Surveying Second and Higher Order Differential Equations.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5: Examining Second Order Linear Homogeneous Differential Equations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6: Studying Second Order Linear Nonhomogeneous Differential Equations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7: Handling Higher Order Linear Homogeneous Differential Equations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8: Taking On Higher Order Linear Nonhomogeneous Differential Equations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III: The Power Stuff: Advanced Techniques.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9: Getting Serious with Power Series and Ordinary Points.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10: Powering through Singular Points.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11: Working with Laplace Transforms.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12: Tackling Systems of First Order Linear Differential Equations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13: Discovering Three Fail-Proof Numerical Methods.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IV: The Part of Tens.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14: Ten Super-Helpful Online Differential Equation Tutorials.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15: Ten Really Cool Online Differential Equation Solving Tools.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIndex.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cb\u003eSteven Holzner\u003c\/b\u003e is an award-winning author of science, math, and technical books. He got his training in differential equations at MIT and at Cornell University, where he got his PhD. He has been on the faculty at both MIT and Cornell University, and has written such bestsellers as \u003ci\u003ePhysics For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003ePhysics Workbook For Dummies.\u003c\/i\u003e  \u003cb\u003ePower your way through ordinary and singular points\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnderstand differential equations through practical tips and examples\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDo differential equations cause you distress? No worries! This friendly guide explains this intimidating subject in plain English, walking you step by step through all the key concepts — from linear and separable first order differential equations to higher order equations, power series, and Laplace transforms. You'll find plenty of examples to increase your problem-solving skills and a variety of helpful definitions and explanations to conquer even the toughest differential equations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover how to:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eClassify differential equations\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eSolve with integrating factors\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eWork with coefficients\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eUse handy theorems\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eHave fun with advanced techniques\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eApply differential equations in real life\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"For Dummies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47989062435045,"sku":"NP9780470178140","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780470178140.jpg?v=1761782637","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/differential-equations-for-dummies-isbn-9780470178140","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}