Math Problem Statement

Differentiate the given series expansion of f term-by-term to obtain the corresponding series expansion for the derivative of f. Given f(x) = x^7 / (1 - x) = ∑ x^(7+n), find f'(x).

Solution

The problem requires differentiating a given series expansion of ff term-by-term to find the series expansion for f(x)f'(x). The function is given as:

f(x)=x71x=n=0x7+nf(x) = \frac{x^7}{1 - x} = \sum_{n=0}^{\infty} x^{7+n}

Step-by-Step Solution:

  1. Understanding the Series: The series given is: n=0x7+n=x7+x8+x9+\sum_{n=0}^{\infty} x^{7+n} = x^7 + x^8 + x^9 + \ldots This is a power series representation for x71x\frac{x^7}{1 - x}.

  2. Differentiating Term-by-Term: We want to differentiate f(x)f(x) term-by-term to find f(x)f'(x): f(x)=n=0ddx(x7+n)f'(x) = \sum_{n=0}^{\infty} \frac{d}{dx}(x^{7+n})

  3. Differentiating Each Term: The derivative of x7+nx^{7+n} with respect to xx is: ddx(x7+n)=(7+n)x6+n\frac{d}{dx}(x^{7+n}) = (7+n) x^{6+n}

  4. Rewriting the Series: Substitute the differentiated terms back into the series: f(x)=n=0(7+n)x6+nf'(x) = \sum_{n=0}^{\infty} (7+n) x^{6+n}

So, the series expansion for f(x)f'(x) is:

f(x)=n=0(7+n)x6+nf'(x) = \sum_{n=0}^{\infty} (7+n) x^{6+n}

Would you like a deeper explanation or have any questions on this?

Here are some related questions:

  1. How do you differentiate a power series term-by-term in general?
  2. What are the conditions under which term-by-term differentiation of an infinite series is valid?
  3. How does this series compare to the Taylor series of common functions like ln(1x)\ln(1 - x)?
  4. Can you find the radius of convergence for the original series?
  5. How would you integrate this series term-by-term?

Tip: When differentiating a power series, ensure that the series converges within the interval you're working with, as term-by-term differentiation is only valid within the radius of convergence.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Power Series
Differentiation
Series Expansion

Formulas

f(x) = ∑ x^(7+n)
d/dx(x^(7+n)) = (7+n)x^(6+n)

Theorems

Term-by-term differentiation of power series

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12 (Advanced high school level)