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Homework Statement
Let f(z) denote the multivalued function [itex](z^{2} − 1)^{1/2}[/itex]
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Define a branch of f(z) which is analytic in the interior of the unit disk |z| < 1
2. The attempt at a solution
Having a bit of trouble getting started.
I have rewritten f(z) as [itex]((z-1)(z+1))^{1/2}[/itex] as per a hint in the question.
Giving me branch points at z=1 and z=-1 and a branch cut between.
I could rewrite each part in terms of polar representation but there I get stuck on defining which argument to take for my branch.
Any help would be much appreciated.