A problem in limit of a complex function

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The original poster presents a limit problem involving a complex function, specifically the limit of \(\frac{\bar{z}^{2}}{z}\) as \(z\) approaches 0. The context is within the subject area of complex analysis.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss the use of L'Hospital's rule and alternative methods for evaluating limits in complex analysis. There are suggestions to analyze the limit by approaching it along different paths in the complex plane, questioning whether the limit exists based on differing results from those approaches.

Discussion Status

Some participants express differing views on the limit's existence, with one asserting that the limit is zero while others suggest that multiple approaches may yield different results. There is a request for self-study materials, indicating a desire for further understanding of complex calculus.

Contextual Notes

Participants mention the need to consider limits as both \(x\) and \(y\) approach zero, highlighting the complexity of limits in the context of complex functions. There is an acknowledgment of varying levels of experience among participants.

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Homework Statement


I'm a newbie at complex analysis.

Find:
lim \frac{\bar{z}^{2}}{z}
z→0

2. The attempt at a solution
L'Hospital rule gives the answer in no time. But how do you solve without it?
 
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Well, I think it would help if you read up on how to do limits in complex analysis first.

You basically have to find out the limit as x->0 and y->0. You have to do it twice.

For e.g. as x->0 and then y->0 (1) -- then y->0 and then x->0 (2), this way you might find there are two different limits; this means the limit does not exist.
 
NewtonianAlch said:
For e.g. as x->0 and then y->0 (1) -- then y->0 and then x->0 (2), this way you might find there are two different limits; this means the limit does not exist.

But the answer is zero.

Also can you suggest me some good self-study material to learn complex calculus? I'm good at real number calculus, and I started reading this book called 'Complex Variables Demystified' by David McMohan. But it's the only one I have.
 
cng99 said:
But the answer is zero.

Also can you suggest me some good self-study material to learn complex calculus? I'm good at real number calculus, and I started reading this book called 'Complex Variables Demystified' by David McMohan. But it's the only one I have.


Yes, well when you calculate this limit you will find out it is zero. It matches.

I'm sure some more experienced users can suggest much better material. I too am fairly new to this stuff. There are plenty of online notes, books, etc though.
 
NewtonianAlch said:
Yes, well when you calculate this limit you will find out it is zero. It matches.

I'm sure some more experienced users can suggest much better material. I too am fairly new to this stuff. There are plenty of online notes, books, etc though.

Thanks a lot.
 

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