In Problem 29 and 30, assume that p and q are continuous and that the functions y1 and y2 are solutions of the differential equation y″ + p(t)y′ + q(t)y = 0 on an open interval I. 29.Prove that if y1 and y2 are zero at the same point in I, then they cannot be a fundamental set of solutions on that interval.

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In Problem 29 and 30, assume that p and q are continuous and that the functions y1 and y2 are solutions of the differential equation y″ + p(t)y′ + q(t)y = 0 on an open interval I.

29.Prove that if y1 and y2 are zero at the same point in I, then they cannot be a fundamental set of solutions on that interval.

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