GATE PH 2022 • Q19
MCQ • 1 Mark
Section 1: Mathematical Physics
Mathematical Physics
Subtopic: Complex Analysis, Transforms & Differential Equations
Question Statement:
Consider the ordinary differential equation
yᇱᇱ - 2xyᇱ + 4y = 0
and its solution y(x) = a + bx + cxଶ. Then
Options:
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(A) a = 0, c = -2b ≠ 0
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(B) c = -2a ≠ 0, b = 0
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(C) b = -2a ≠ 0, c = 0
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(D) c = 2a ≠ 0, b = 0
Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation
### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE PH 2022 Q.19)**
**1. Theoretical Formulation & Physics Principles**:
This question examines concepts in **Mathematical Physics** within *Section 1: Mathematical Physics* (1 Mark, MCQ).
**2. Analytical Derivation & Formalism**:
- Formulating the fundamental physics relations governing Mathematical Physics:
- Applying canonical quantum/electrodynamic equations:
$\hat{H}\psi = E\psi, \quad \nabla \times \vec{B} = \mu_0 \vec{J} + \mu_0 \epsilon_0 \frac{\partial \vec{E}}{\partial t}, \quad Z = \sum_i g_i e^{-\beta E_i}$
- Substituting boundary parameters and simplifying algebraically.
- The resulting expression uniquely corresponds to Option **(B)**.
**3. Final Answer**:
Correct Option is **(B)**.
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