Proving Analytic Function Derivatives with CR Equations

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The discussion revolves around proving that the derivative of an analytic function, g'(z), is also analytic, specifically using the Cauchy-Riemann (CR) equations. The original poster is tasked with this proof under the condition that the second partial derivatives are continuous.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Mathematical reasoning

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  • The original poster expresses confusion about how to express the derivative df/dz and questions the correct formulation. Some participants suggest considering the implications of satisfying the CR equations and the continuity of partial derivatives. Others mention the restriction of using only calculus without invoking theorems like Taylor series.

Discussion Status

The discussion has progressed with some participants providing guidance on the implications of the CR equations. The original poster has indicated a resolution to their confusion regarding the expression for f'(z) and how to derive the CR equations for the derivative from the original function.

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The original poster is constrained to using only calculus techniques and cannot utilize higher-level theorems or series expansions in their proof.

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Homework Statement


Let g(z) be an analytic function. I have to show that g'(z) is also analytic, using only the CR eqns. I am given that the 2nd partials are continuous


Homework Equations


let f(x,y)=u(x,y)+iv(x,y)
CR: du/dx=dv/dy and du/dy=-dv/dx
continuous 2nd partials: d/dx(du/dy)=d/dy(du/dx) and d/dx(dv/dy)=d/dy(dv/dx)


The Attempt at a Solution


I am confused as to how to express the derivative df/dz. would f'=du/dx+du/dy+idv/dx+idv/dy?
 
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I don't think you want df/dz. If a function satisfies the CR equations and has continuous partials, what can you say about it?
 
I have to solve this problem using only calculus. I can't use any theorems like using Taylor series. Maybe I can say that it is harmonic?
 
nvm- got it! f'(z)=du/dx+idv/dx. Taking these and the real and imaginary parts, we can get the CR eqns for f' using the CR eqns for f and the fact that the mixed partials are equal.
 

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