Weighted residual method for obtaining positive solutions of two-point nonlinear boundary value problems

This paper applies the weighted residual method to solving two-point nonlinear boundary value problems that have at least one positive solution. Numerical verification is given, revealing the efficiency and convenience of the method proposed. Comparison with the work of others is also illustrated.

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