Power rule valid for any complex exponents?

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The power rule in calculus is valid for any complex exponent, confirmed by the differentiation of the function d/dz z^c = cz^(c-1) for complex numbers c, including cases such as i or 3i-2. This conclusion is established through the definition of the complex derivative, which maintains consistency with the power rule applied to real numbers. Therefore, the power rule extends seamlessly into the realm of complex analysis.

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Is the power rule in calculus true for any complex exponents? i.e. does d/dz z^c = cz^(c-1) true for any c, even when c is something like i or 3i-2?
 
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Yes, try to prove it using the definition of the complex derivative.
 

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