Eigenfunction and Eigenvalue of momentum operator

[icejipo]

Homework Statement

Find all eigenfunction of momentum operator in x(px=h/i*d/dx) and their eigenvalues.

Homework Equations

operator*eigenfunction=eigenvalue*eigenfunction
Operator=px

The Attempt at a Solution

I really don't have any clues

Thank you

 

[tiny-tim]

Welcome to PF!

Find all eigenfunction of momentum operator in x(px=h/i*d/dx) and their eigenvalues.

Hi icejipo! Welcome to PF!

(have a lamda: λ )

Hint: for an eigenfunction, you need to solve the equation (h/i)dy/dx = λy, for any constant λ.