Taylor Series of Log(z) around z=-1+i

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The discussion revolves around finding the Taylor series of the logarithmic function Log(z) centered at the point z = -1 + i. Participants are exploring the formulation of the series and verifying its correctness.

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  • Exploratory, Mathematical reasoning, Assumption checking

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  • Some participants present their attempts at deriving the series, noting discrepancies between their results and what they believe to be the correct series. Others suggest rationalizing denominators and checking terms for convergence. There are also hints about using derivatives of Log(z) to aid in the formulation.

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The discussion is ongoing, with participants providing hints and suggestions for checking the validity of the series. There is an acknowledgment of errors in previous attempts, and some participants are encouraged to clarify their reasoning and calculations.

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Participants are working under the constraints of homework guidelines, which may limit the amount of direct assistance they can receive. There is an emphasis on verifying results through graphical methods and ensuring that assumptions about the series are critically examined.

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Homework Statement


Find the taylor series of Log(z) around z=-1+i.

Homework Equations


The Attempt at a Solution



So I have for the first few terms as
[tex] \frac{1}{2}*log(2)+\frac{3\pi i}{4}+\frac{z+1-i}{-1+i}-\frac{2(z+1-i)^{2}}{(-1+i)^{2}}+\frac{3(z+1-i)^{3}}{(-1+i)^{3}}-[/tex]

But the correct series seems to be
[tex] \frac{1}{2}log(2)+\frac{3\pi i}{4}-\Sigma (\frac {-1+i}{2})^{n}*({z+1-i})^{n}[/tex]
 
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Hint:
[tex] \frac{d}{d z} \mathrm{Log}(z) = \frac{1}{z}[/tex]
 
HACR said:

Homework Statement


Find the taylor series of Log(z) around z=-1+i.


Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution



So I have for the first few terms as
[tex] \frac{1}{2}*log(2)+\frac{3\pi i}{4}+\frac{z+1-i}{-1+i}-\frac{2(z+1-i)^{2}}{(-1+i)^{2}}+\frac{3(z+1-i)^{3}}{(-1+i)^{3}}-[/tex]

But the correct series seems to be
[tex] \frac{1}{2}log(2)+\frac{3\pi i}{4}-\Sigma (\frac {-1+i}{2})^{n}*({z+1-i})^{n}[/tex]
Rationalize the denominator of [itex]\displaystyle \frac{1}{-1+i}\,.[/itex]
 
HACR;3683344 But the correct series seems to be [tex said:
\frac{1}{2}log(2)+\frac{3\pi i}{4}-\Sigma (\frac {-1+i}{2})^{n}*({z+1-i})^{n}
[/tex]

Had some trouble with this. Sorry if you saw my earlier post but anyway, try and learn how to check these things directly. That's easy: plot Log(z) and your series, say 20 terms or so, the imaginary parts for example. Superimpose them. If they agree, then your series is likely correct. I don't think yours is although you've not stated what the index starts at but you run it if you can to check it like the plot below. Here's the Mathtematica code. See that lil' red thing in there? Yeah, that's what the series should do if it's correct.

Code:
pp1 = ParametricPlot3D[
     {Re[z], Im[z], Im[myseries[z]]} /. 
       z -> z0 + r*Exp[I*t], {r, 0, 0.9}, 
     {t, 0, 2*Pi}, PlotStyle -> Red]

pp2 = ParametricPlot3D[
     {Re[z], Im[z], Im[Log[z]]} /. z -> r*Exp[I*t], 
     {r, 0.01, 2}, {t, -Pi, Pi}]

Show[{pp2, pp1}, PlotRange -> All]
 

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HACR said:

Homework Statement


Find the taylor series of Log(z) around z=-1+i.


Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution



So I have for the first few terms as
[tex] \frac{1}{2}*log(2)+\frac{3\pi i}{4}+\frac{z+1-i}{-1+i}-\frac{2(z+1-i)^{2}}{(-1+i)^{2}}+\frac{3(z+1-i)^{3}}{(-1+i)^{3}}-[/tex]
If you can't figure out your error from the hints above, show us how you got this result.
 
Thanks yes the index 2 and 3s should've been downstairs in fact. and rationalizing the -1+i terms do converge to the right series.
 

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