HW problem: Solve the initial value problem y" - 2y' + y = 0, y(0) = 1 and y'(0) = 0. Show all work.
Side note: y is a function of x; in the initial equation, y = y(x). y" is the second derivative, y' is the first derivative.
Hint given: Both y_(1)= e^(x) and y_(2) = xe^(x). solve y" - 2y + y = 0. Look for a solution in the form ay_(1) + by_(2), that satisfies the initial conditions.