However, since they are available in ODE.m , they can be invoked at a moment' s notice on those infrequent occasions when they are needed. Return to Top of Page Features for Students Mathematica . With some experience, it will be found that the use of Mathematica , and in particular ODE.m , will simplify a student's ability to deal with differential equations. The principal command ODE is as easy to use as a hand calculator, but much more powerful. Exercises and worked examples .
Most people learn at least in part by imitation and repetition.
Accordingly, we have included more than 300 worked examples in the text and more than 650 exercises. Past experience has shown that this method will guarantee efficient mastery of the traditional methods of solution. There are also many worked examples, exercises, and solutions related to the Mathematica material. All of these will be included in the CD-ROM with the book. Procedure boxes .