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Difference equations

Model change step by step with first- and second-order difference equations and solve them.

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15practice questions

Multiple choice: 4 · Numeric answer: 8 · Put in order: 1 · Short answer: 1 · Written answer (self/teacher assessed): 1

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uₙ₊₁ = 2uₙ − 5 with u₀ = 1. Find u₂.
Whole numbers, decimals (2.5) or fractions (3/4).
Hint 1

Find u₁ first.

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