Functions Definition and 1000 Threads

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    MHB Understanding Sets, Relations, and Functions for Struggling Students

    I'm having issues with the first four questions and have uploaded them. My attempts are shown below. 1. a) True, all elements of E are even b) False, 0 is not a multiple of 3 c) True, 8 is even and 9 is a multiple of 3 d) No idea e) False, 6 is an element of E and T f) No idea 2. a) You can...
  2. FallArk

    MHB Need help, are these functions differentiable?

    I want to figure out whether the functions are differentiable at c. I think I should use some of the trig identities, but I'm not sure which ones. Any tips?
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    Growth of Functions Homework | Solutions & Analysis

    Homework Statement [/B] Homework Equations Provided in (1). The Attempt at a Solution I think (a) is no because, though ##c_1g > f,## the actual un-vertically-translated ##g## could be less than ##f,## meaning its lower bound ##c_2h < f## over ##c_2 \geq 1,## meaning ##h < f.## Am I...
  4. ShayanJ

    A Integral in terms of Gamma functions

    Does anyone know how I can prove the following equation? ##\displaystyle \frac 1 {d-1}-\int_0^1 \frac{dy}{y^d} \left( \frac 1 {\sqrt{1-y^{2d}} }-1\right)=-\frac{\sqrt \pi \ \Gamma(\frac{1-d}{2d})}{2d \ \Gamma(\frac 1 {2d})} ## Thanks
  5. mabelw

    Deriving functions relating to condition numbers

    I have a question stating to derive the functions x |-> f_1(x)=x^3 and f_2(x)=thirdrootof(x) on their domains of definition based on the asymptotic relative condition number KR = KR(f,x). I'm not sure where to start with this question, I'm not sure if I even understand it. Do I find the...
  6. E

    Algorithm Analysis - Growth of Functions

    The problem statements, all variables and given/known data: Question 1 Question 2 Relevant equations: Provided in question snips. The attempt at a solution: Question 1: I think qux is the answer because it properly increments k by 1 in each iteration. j = j * 2 means j is always 0 so its...
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    C/C++ [C++] How to return and call vectors from functions?

    Hi, beginner coder here. I have a somewhat solid understanding of both vectors and functions, and have used the two of them many times, but I'm have trouble coding functions that have vectors in their parameters and as their return values. Another thing I'm having trouble with is calling the...
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    Injective & Surjective Functions

    Just wondering if anyone could help me get in the right direction with these questions and/or point me to some material that will help me better understand how to approach these questions In what follows I will denote the identity function; i.e. I(x) = x for all x ∈ R. (a) Show that a function...
  9. chakib

    B Sum of increasing and decreasing functions

    i want to know if any real function can be expressed as: f(x)=g(x)+h(x) such as g(x) is an increasing function and h(x) is a decreasing function? thanks
  10. Ben Wilson

    A Coulomb integrals of spherical Bessel functions

    Hi, I'm no expert in math so I'm struggling with solving these integrals, I believe there's an analytical solution (maybe in http://www.hfa1.physics.msstate.edu/046.pdf). $$V_{1234}=\int_{x=0}^{\infty}\int_{y=0}^{\infty}d^3\pmb{x}d^3\pmb{y}\...
  11. binbagsss

    Elliptic functions, periodic lattice, equivalence classes

    Homework Statement ##\Omega = {nw_1+mw_2| m,n \in Z} ## ##z_1 ~ z_2 ## is defined by if ##z_1-z_2 \in \Omega ## My notes say ##z + \Omega## are the cosets/ equivalence classes , denoted by ##[z] = {z+mw_1+nw_2} ## Homework Equations above The Attempt at a Solution So equivalance classe...
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    I Is there an on-line table of genus of algebraic functions?

    Hi, Given the algebraic function ##w(z)## defined implicitly as ##f(z,w)=a_0(z)+a_1(z)w+a_2(z)w^2+\cdots+a_n(z)w^n=0##, is there any on-line table of genus for them? Haven't been able to find anything. I am writing some code and would like to check it against a standard source. For example...
  13. harpazo

    MHB Extrema of Functions of Two Variables

    Find the critical points and test for relative extrema. List the critical points for which the Second Partials Test fails. Given: f (x, y) = (x - 1)^2 (y + 4)^2 I found the partial derivative for x and y to be the following: f_x = 2 (x - 1)(y + y)^2 f_y = 2 (y + 4)(x - 1)^2 I solved for x...
  14. Schaus

    Finding discontinuities in functions

    Homework Statement Where are the following functions discontinuous? f(x) = (x+2)/√((x+2)x) Homework EquationsThe Attempt at a Solution f(x) = (x+2)/√((x+2)x) = (x+2)/x√(2x) multiply both denominator and numerator by √(2x) = (x√2+2√x)/(x(2x)) Can I leave it like this and state that x ≠ 0, or...
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    A Uncertainty Propagation of Complex Functions

    Suppose I have some observables \alpha, \beta, \gamma whose central values and uncertainties \sigma_{\alpha}, \sigma_{\beta}, \sigma_{\gamma} are known. Define a function f(\alpha, \beta, \gamma) which has both real and complex parts. How do I do standard error propagation when imaginary...
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    Complex periodic functions in a vector space

    Homework Statement Consider the set V + {all periodic *complex* functions of time t with period 1} Draw two example functions that belong to V. Show that if f(t) and g(t) are members of V then so is f(t) + g(t)Homework EquationsThe Attempt at a Solution f(t) = e(i*w0*t)) g(t) =e(i*w0*t...
  17. K

    B Average angle made by a curve with the ##x-axis##

    The average angle made by a curve ##f(x)## between ##x=a## and ##x=b## is: $$\alpha=\frac{\int_a^b\tan^{-1}{(f'(x))}}{b-a}$$ I don't think there should be any questions on that. Since ##f'(x)## is the value of ##\tan{\theta}## at every point, so ##tan^{-1}{(f'(x))}##, should be the angle made by...
  18. K

    I How do I evaluate the Taylor series for ##Si(x)## around a given value?

    Hi, I've got this: $$\sin{(A*B)}\approx \frac{Si(B^2)-Si(A^2)}{2(\ln{B}-ln{A})}$$, whenever the RHS is defined and B is close to A ( I don't know how close). Here ##Si(x)## is the integral of ##\frac{\sin{x}}{x}## But, to check it, I need to evaluate the ##Si(x)## function. I'm new with Taylor...
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    B Expressions of ##log(a+b), tan^{-1}(a+b),sin^{-1}(a+b)##,etc

    Hi, I got these: $$log(a+b)\approx \frac{b*logb-a*loga}{b-a} + log2 -1$$ $$tan^{-1}(a+b)\approx \frac{b*tan^{-1}2b-a*tan^{-1}2a+\frac{1}{4}*ln\frac{1+4a^2}{1+4b^2}}{b-a}$$ $$sin^{-1}(a+b)\approx \frac{b*sin^{-1}2b-a*sin^{-1}2a+\frac{1}{2}*(\sqrt{1-4b^2}-\sqrt{1-4a^2}}{b-a}$$ And, similarly for...
  20. binbagsss

    Elliptic functions proof -- convergence series on lattice

    Homework Statement Hi I am looking at the proof attached for the theorem attached that: If ##s \in R##, then ##\sum'_{w\in\Omega} |w|^-s ## converges iff ##s > 2## where ##\Omega \in C## is a lattice with basis ##{w_1,w_2}##. For any integer ##r \geq 0 ## : ##\Omega_r := {mw_1+nw_2|m,n \in...
  21. Poetria

    Complex functions with a real variable (graphs)

    Homework Statement How do the values of the following functions move in the complex plane when t (a positive real number) goes to positive infinity? y=t^2 y=1+i*t^2[/B] y=(2+3*i)/t The Attempt at a Solution I thought: y=t^2 - along a part of a line that does not pass through the...
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    Coarsest Topology With Respect to which Functions are Continuous

    Homework Statement See attached picture.Homework EquationsThe Attempt at a Solution At the moment, I am dealing with part (a). What I am perplexed by is the ordering of the parts. If the subbasis in part (b) does indeed generate this coarsest topology, why wouldn't showing this be included in...
  23. Adolfo Scheidt

    I Product of complex conjugate functions with infinite sums

    Hello there. I'm here to request help with mathematics in respect to a problem of quantum physics. Consider the following function $$ f(\theta) = \sum_{l=0}^{\infty}(2l+1)a_l P_l(cos\theta) , $$ where ##f(\theta)## is a complex function ##P_l(cos\theta)## is the l-th Legendre polynomial and...
  24. K

    B Find ##f(x)## such that f(f(x))=##log_ax##

    I was thinking about extending the definition of superlogarithms. I think maybe that problem can be solved if we find a function ##f## such that ##fof(x)=log_ax##. Is there some way to find such a function? Maybe the taylor series could be of some help. Or is there some method to find a...
  25. LLT71

    I Continous signals as sums of weighted delta functions

    so, continuous signals as sums of weighted delta functions can be represented like this: if you switch order of some variables you get ∫x(τ)δ(-τ+t)dτ, and since,I presume, Dirac delta "function" is even I can write it like this ∫x(τ)δ(-(-τ+t))dτ=∫x(τ)δ(τ-t)dτ=x(t) and we got ourselves a...
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    Python Recursion in python functions -- confusion

    example code from python-course.eu def factorial(n): print("factorial has been called with n = " + str(n)) if n == 1: return 1 else: res = n * factorial(n-1) print("intermediate result for ", n, " * factorial(" ,n-1, "): ",res) return res...
  27. binbagsss

    A Isomorphism concepts,( example periods elliptic functions )

    Hi, I have the following: Let ##\Omega ## be a discrete subgroup of ##C##, the complex plane. If: i) ##\Omega = \{nw_1 | n \in Z\} ##, then ##\Omega ## is isomorphic to ##Z##. ii) ##\Omega = \{nw_1 + mw_2 | m,n \in Z\} ## where ##w_1/w_2 \notin R ## , then ##\Omega## is isomorphic to ##Z## x...
  28. Austin Chang

    I Understanding Vector Spaces with functions

    Is the set of all differentiable functions ƒ:ℝ→ℝ such that ƒ'(0)=0 is a vector space over ℝ? I was given the answer yes by someone who is better at math than me and he tried to explain it to me, but I don't understand. I am having difficulty trying to conceptualize this idea of vector spaces...
  29. doktorwho

    Examples of functions and sequences

    Homework Statement Give the example and show your understanding: [1][/B].Lets define some property of a point of the function: 1. Point is a stationary point 2. Point is a max/min of a function 3. Point is a turning point of a function If possible name a function whose point has properties of...
  30. evinda

    MHB Propositions for recursive functions

    Hello! (Wave) I want to show the following two propositions: The domain of a recursive function is recursively enumerable. The range of a recursive function is recursively enumerable. I have thought the following in order to prove the first proposition. Suppose that we have a recursive...
  31. binbagsss

    Q about the proof of periods of non-constant meromorphic functions

    Homework Statement [/B] Theorem attached. I know the theorem holds for a discrete subgroup of ##C## more generally, ##C## the complex plane, and that the set of periods of a non-constant meromorphic function are a discrete subset. I have a question on part of the proof (showing the second...
  32. karush

    MHB 242.7x.27 Find the slowest growing and the fastest growing functions

    $\tiny{242.7x.27}$ $\textsf{Find the slowest growing and the fastest growing functions ${{x}\to{\infty}}$}$ \begin{align*}\displaystyle y&=4x^{10} \\ y&=e^x \\ y&=e^{x-4} \\ y&=xe^x \\ \end{align*} $\textit{I'm clueless... take the limit??}$
  33. sa1988

    Functions and Sets: Understanding Notation and Inverse Functions

    Homework Statement ONLY QUESTION 2[/B] Homework EquationsThe Attempt at a Solution Not sure what's going on here. I think the issue is in my own flawed understanding of the notation used in sets generally. So the question states: f : R \rightarrow R such that f(x) = x^{2} My...
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    I Product of functions to express any function

    Hello Forum, Let's say we have a complete set of functions ##u_{i} (x)## that can be used to represent anyone dimensional function ##f(x)##. We then find another and different set ##v_{i} (x)## that can do the same thing, i.e. represent any function ##f(x)## via a linear superposition. I...
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    MATLAB Does MatLab have this kind of function?

    I have a set of variables that are always inputs for several functions that I made. Does MatLab have a kind of function that stores these variables into a single matrix (or similar) so that I just need to call this matrix for each function rather than calling them one-by-one as inputs into the...
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    Can I use the mean value theorem to prove that f>g for all x in (a,b)?

    Assume f and g are two continuous functions in (a, b). If at the start of the segment I've shown f>g by taking the lim where x ---> a+ and the f ' > g ' for every x in (a,b ) can i say that f >g for all x in (a,b )? is there a theorem for that? that looks intuitively right.
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    Divergence theorem for vector functions

    Surface S and 3D space E both satisfy divergence theorem conditions. Function f is scalar with continuous partials. I must prove Double integral of f DS in normal direction = triple integral gradient f times dV Surface S is not defined by a picture nor with an equation. Help me. I don't...
  38. Schaus

    Graphing Rational Functions: How to Find Asymptotes and Intercepts

    Homework Statement Sketch the graphs of the following functions and show all asymptotes with a dotted line y = (2x - 6)/ (x2-5x+4) i) Equation of any vertical asymptote(s) ii) State any restrictions or non-permissible value(s) iii) Determine coordinates of any intercept(s) iv) Describe the...
  39. kostoglotov

    How transfer functions become Bode plots

    Homework Statement I have a question related to taking the logs of transfer functions, getting the individual Bode plots of each subsequent factor, and adding those plots graphically. I'm working from Fundamentals of Electric Circuits, 5th edt. Let me start with the following screen capture...
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    I How to solve this system of equations of trig functions

    I've written it out and it seems impossible. I get -50(sin^2(alpha)) = 86.63 cos(alpha) sin(alpha) - 6.54. Where would I go from there?
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    MHB Show 2 functions have the same anti-derivative

    So I have to show 2sin^2(x) and -cos(2x) have the same antiderative. Here's how I approached this. 2sin^2(x) = 1-cos2x ==> u = 2x intergral of that is (u - sinu)/2 + c = x - (sinx)/2 + c -cos2x ==> u = 2x intregal of that is (-sinu)/2 + c= -(sin2x)/2 + c Have I calculated/approached this...
  42. T

    Using matrices for functions -- transformations and translation

    Homework Statement Happy new year all. I was wondering if you can use matrices to translate and transform a function? So for example if I were to take the function $$f(x)=x^2+4x$$ and I want to the translate and transform the equation to $$2f(x+4)$$. Can this be done by matrices. I know how...
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    A Do higher dimensional branes have wave functions?

    Do higher dimensional branes, like the super membrane (which is a 2D brane) or the NS5/M5 brane, have wave functions? I know that they become unstable once they are quantized, but does that mean that they do not have wave functions? You will never here about any thing regarding an M2 wave...
  44. Q

    I Analysis of a general function with a specific argument

    Hello everybody, I'm currently helping a friend on an assignment of his, but we are both stumbled on this exercise, I'm posting it here We define a function ##f## which goes from ##\mathbb{R}## to ##\mathbb{R}## such that its argument maps as $$ x \mapsto...
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    B Is it impossible to prove that some functions are periodic?

    Heres an example. Let G(s) be the moving average of all previous values of f(s). G(s) and F(s) intersect at multiple points. Is it possible to prove that the intersections happen periodically?
  46. BiGyElLoWhAt

    I A question about boundary conditions in Green's functions

    I have a couple homework questions, and I'm getting caught up in boundary applications. For the first one, I have y'' - 4y' + 3y = f(x) and I need to find the Green's function. I also have the boundary conditions y(x)=y'(0)=0. Is this possible? Wouldn't y(x)=0 be of the form of a solution...
  47. J

    Applied Books on complex valued functions and solution of PDE

    Hello folks, 1.- In geometry we study for example the conic sections, their exentricity and properties. I was wondering what part of the mathematical science studies the different properties of complex valued distributions. One example are the spherical armonics. I guess mathematicians have...
  48. Stoney Pete

    I Can an ordered pair have identical elements?

    Hi guys, Here is a wacky question for you: Suppose you have a simple recursive function f(x)=x. Given the fact that a function f(x)=y can be rewritten as a set of ordered pairs (x, y) with x from the domain of f and y from the range of f, it would seem that the function f(x)=x can be written...
  49. BiGyElLoWhAt

    I A somewhat conceptual question about Green's functions

    I just did a problem for a final that required us to use a green's function to solve a diff eq. y'' +y/4 = sin(2x) I went through and solved it and got a really nasty looking thing, but I checked it in wolfram and it works out. Now, my question is this: After I got the solution from my greens...
  50. A

    Substituting functions in limits

    Homework Statement I'm trying hard to understand as my professor hasn't taught(nor does my textbook) on how this works. It is known that $$\lim_{x \to 0}\frac{f(x)}{x} = -\frac12$$ Solve $$\lim_{x \to 1}\frac{f(x^3-1)}{x-1}.$$ Homework EquationsThe Attempt at a Solution OK.. so I do this...
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