Find the period of the function

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The discussion revolves around finding the period of the function f(x) = e^(3(x - [x])), where [x] denotes the greatest integer function. Participants are exploring the periodic nature of the function based on its components.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss the equation f(x) = f(x + T) and attempt to derive T. There are mentions of taking the natural logarithm and analyzing the greatest integer function. Some participants suggest graphing the function x - [x] to visualize its periodicity.

Discussion Status

The discussion is ongoing, with participants offering different approaches to find T. Some guidance has been provided regarding the periodic nature of the function, but there is no explicit consensus on the method to determine T.

Contextual Notes

There is a noted confusion regarding the relevance of graphing x - [x] in relation to the original function e^(x - [x]). Participants are also questioning the assumptions made in the problem setup.

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Homework Statement


f(x)=e3(x-[x])
[] denotes greatest integer function

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The Attempt at a Solution


f(x)=f(x+T)

e3{x}=e{x+T}
Taking ln of both sides
3{x}=3{x+T}
{x}={x+T}

x-[x]=x+T-[x+T]
T=[x+T]-[x]
 
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Now you have to find T which satisfy this equation.
Alternatively, graph x-[x], the period is obvious in the graph.
 
mfb said:
Now you have to find T which satisfy this equation.
Alternatively, graph x-[x], the period is obvious in the graph.

T=[x]+t-[x]
0=0

How to find T?
Also why you are asking me to draw the graph of x-[x] when the question says e raised to x-[x]?
 
utkarshakash said:
Also why you are asking me to draw the graph of x-[x] when the question says e raised to x-[x]?

Give it a try at least. ;)

You see that x-[x] which is equivalent to fractional part of x repeats itself after 1. The period of e^(x-[x]) is obvious.
 

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