Mathematics A-Level
boundary condition substitution
What boundary condition substitution means in Mathematics A-Level, as defined for WJEC.
Definition of boundary condition substitution
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Reference: WJEC
Substituting given initial or boundary conditions, such as y = y₀ when x = x₀, to determine the unique numerical value of C.
Topics that use boundary condition substitution
- Integration (A2 Unit 4: Applied Mathematics B) (WJEC A-Level)
Related terms
- asymptotic limits
- general solution
- kinematic decay and drag
- model limitations
- particular solution
- separation of variables
- solution interpretation
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