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In this paper, we consider a first order neutral differential equation with piecewise constant mixed arguments. We show the existence and uniqueness of solutions of the equation together a given initial condition. Moreover, for the considered equation we establish the conditions of oscillatory and convergency. We also give some examples that illustrate our results.
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Kavgaci, M.E., Al Obaidi, H. & Bereketoglu, H. Some results on a first-order neutral differential equation with piecewise constant mixed arguments. Period Math Hung 87, 265–277 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10998-022-00512-3
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