Mathematica Fourier Transform Help with Mathematica

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The discussion focuses on using Mathematica for Fourier transforms, emphasizing the need to define a function in terms of ##k## rather than ##x##. The correct approach involves calculating the inverse Fourier transform to derive ##f(x)##. Additionally, it is highlighted that the variable ##b## should be multiplied by ##k##, not by its absolute value ##\lvert k \rvert##. The user expresses uncertainty about the accuracy of their Mathematica output. Clarification on these points is sought to ensure correct implementation.
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I am attempting to do a problem involving wave functions and imaginary numbers
I am attempting to be able to do this problem with the help of Mathematica and Fourier transform. My professor gave us instructions for Fourier Transformation and Inverse Fourier, but I don't believe that my output in Mathematica is correct.
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You're supposed to define a function of ##k##, not ##x##, and find the inverse Fourier transform to get ##f(x)##. Also, note that ##b## is multiplied by ##k##, not ##\lvert k \rvert##.
 
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You're supposed to define a function of ##k##, not ##x##, and find the inverse Fourier transform to get ##f(x)##. Also, note that ##b## is multiplied by ##k##, not ##\lvert k \rvert##.
vela said:
You're supposed to define a function of ##k##, not ##x##, and find the inverse Fourier transform to get ##f(x)##. Also, note that ##b## is multiplied by ##k##, not ##\lvert k \rvert##.
thanks so much!
 

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