Inverse tangent function in real and complex domain

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The discussion focuses on the inverse tangent function in both real and complex domains, specifically addressing the equation for tangent in complex analysis. The participant successfully derived the equation for tangent as tanz = i (1 - e^(2iz)) / (1 + e^(2iz)) but struggled with subsequent parts of the homework. Another user suggested using the alternate formula arctan(z) = i/2 log((i + z) / (i - z)) to facilitate the solution process, emphasizing a formal approach to derive the answer.

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Homework Statement


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Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution


I've only been able to do part (a) of this question.
I ended up with:
[tex] tanz= i ({\frac{1-e^{(2iz)}}{1+e^{(2iz)}}})[/tex]
I'm not sure how to approach the next two parts. If anyone could give me any pointers, I'd be very grateful! Thanks!
 

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bluecode said:

Homework Statement


See attached file.

Homework Equations


The Attempt at a Solution


I've only been able to do part (a) of this question.
I ended up with:
[tex] tanz= i ({\frac{1-e^{(2iz)}}{1+e^{(2iz)}}})[/tex]
I'm not sure how to approach the next two parts. If anyone could give me any pointers, I'd be very grateful! Thanks!

Why not just for starters approach it formally, get the answer, then justify what you did. I'll use the alternate formula:

[tex]\arctan(z)=i/2\log \frac{i+z}{i-z}[/tex]
and you have:
[tex]tan(w)=i\left(\frac{1-e^{2iw}}{1+e^{2iw}}\right)[/tex]
ok then, how about if I let:
[tex]w=i/2\log\frac{i+z}{i-z}[/tex]
then can you not just muscle-through:
[tex]\tan(w)=\tan\left(i/2\log\frac{i+z}{i-z}\right)[/tex]
 
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