General function in 2 variables

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The discussion revolves around finding a general function in two variables, f(m,n), that is periodic and takes specific values at designated points. The function must equal 1 at blue points and 0 at red points, with the appearance of the function being flexible as long as it meets these criteria.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss the need for a periodic function and mention attempts using sine and absolute functions. There is also mention of exploring Fourier series, though some express uncertainty about their mathematical knowledge to construct such a function.

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The conversation indicates that participants are attempting to clarify their understanding of the problem requirements and are sharing their initial thoughts and attempts. There is a call for more detailed work to be presented to facilitate further assistance.

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Participants are reminded of the forum's expectation to show effort and work before receiving help, which has led to some back-and-forth regarding the adequacy of the original poster's submissions.

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Homework Statement


I need to get a general function in 2 variables f(m,n).
The task is to find a general function f(m,n) with these terms:
The function has to be periodic.
The function has to include those blue and red points in each example.
The value of the function has to be f(m,n) =1 ONLY in blue points, and the value of the function has to be f(m,n)=0 ONLY in red points.

The look of the function isn't important as long as it complies with previous terms.

Homework Equations


You can see a graphicon with charasteristic points:
In the first example m=2 (m is period).
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In the next example m=3:
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For m=4:
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and so on.

The Attempt at a Solution


In first example (for m=2) I used functions: sin and absolute, but for all other m,
it is not possible with only those functions, I also tried use the Fourier series but I don't have so
much knowledge in mathematics to built a such function.
Does somebody know how to do it?
 

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Emilijo said:

Homework Statement


I need to get a general function in 2 variables f(m,n).
The task is to find a general function f(m,n) with these terms:
The function has to be periodic.
The function has to include those blue and red points in each example.
The value of the function has to be f(m,n) =1 ONLY in blue points, and the value of the function has to be f(m,n)=0 ONLY in red points.

The look of the function isn't important as long as it complies with previous terms.



Homework Equations


You can see a graphicon with charasteristic points:
In the first example m=2 (m is period).
attachment.php?attachmentid=45533&stc=1&d=1332771899.png

In the next example m=3:
attachment.php?attachmentid=45534&stc=1&d=1332771923.png

For m=4:
attachment.php?attachmentid=45535&stc=1&d=1332771923.png

and so on.




The Attempt at a Solution


What have you done so far? You must show some work and exhibit some effort before receiving help in this Forum.

RGV
 
Ray Vickson said:
What have you done so far? You must show some work and exhibit some effort before receiving help in this Forum.

RGV

I tried and wrote about it above in previous post.
 
Emilijo said:
I tried and wrote about it above in previous post.

Your previous post did not show any work; it just said you had tried some things, but did not show exactly what you did.

RGV
 

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