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The number of arbitrary constants in the particular solution of a differential equation of third order are:

  • (A) 3
  • (B) 2
  • (C) 1
  • (D) 0

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The number of arbitrary constants in the particular solution of a third-order differential equation is determined by the order of the equation itself. For a third-order differential equation, there are typically three arbitrary constants in the general solution.

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Thus, the correct choice is:

  • (A) 3

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In differential equations, the general solution includes constants that can be adjusted based on initial or boundary conditions. Since this is a third-order equation, it allows for three such constants, which are essential for fully defining the solution.