How Are Cos(x) and Cosh(x) Related in Mathematical Identities?

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Cos(x) and cosh(x) are defined using exponential functions, with cos(x) involving imaginary exponents and cosh(x) involving real exponents. The relationship between them is clarified by substituting x with ix in the definition of cosh(x), leading to the identity cosh(ix) = cos(x). This demonstrates that while cosh and cos share a connection through complex arguments, they are not equal for real values of x. The confusion arises from misinterpreting the substitution, as it only applies to the argument, not the function itself. Understanding this distinction is crucial in grasping their mathematical identities.
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Homework Statement





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from the identities found on the internet:

cos(x)=\frac{(e^{ix}+e^{-ix})}{2}

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cosh(x)=\frac{(e^{x}+e^{-x})}{2}



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Assuming for the definition of cosh(x), if we take x as being equal to (ix), then surely this shows that cosh(x)=cos(x)? Can someone explain why this is wrong please? because i can't see it
 
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It shows cosh(ix)=cos(x), not cosh(x)=cos(x). There's nothing wrong with that.
 
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