Solving Complex Functions: Evaluating at z=z_0

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The discussion centers on confusion regarding the evaluation of complex functions at a specific point, z=z_0. The participant questions why the variable 'z' remains in equation (2.11) after substitution, suggesting it should be replaced with z_0. There is also a clarification about the conjugate of a complex function, noting that it should be u() - iv() rather than u() + iv(). The author of the original equation appears to have retained 'z' to indicate that the arguments are real after substituting z=z_0. Overall, the thread highlights the complexities of evaluating complex functions and the nuances of notation in mathematical expressions.
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Hi, just wondering where this line comes from

[PLAIN]http://img514.imageshack.us/img514/4990/complq.jpg

Here's my beef:

If we evaluate it at z=z_0, why are there still 'z's in (2.11)?
Furthermore, isn't the congujate of f=u( )+iv( ) simply u( )-iv( )?

The formula seems to have been evaluated at z* = z*_0.

Not sure what's going on.
Thanks
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If this belongs in the homework thing forum place, sorry. Please move it.
 
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if z = z_0 in eq. 2 then it makes sense.

f*(z) =/= f(z*)

seems correct. not sure what the question is :p
 
Why are there still z's in the 2nd equation?
as in, shouldn't they all be z_0s now?

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I think the author has 'barred' the arguments because they are real, after setting z=z_0 and leaving z* as it is.
 
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