The problem requires expanding the function $f(x) = \frac{1 - x^2}{1 + x^2}$ into a power series in terms of $x$.

To approach this, we can start by rewriting the function and expressing it in a form that allows a power series expansion. We can separate $f(x)$ as follows:

$f(x) = (1 - x^2) \cdot \frac{1}{1 + x^2}$

Now, we can apply the geometric series expansion for $\frac{1}{1 + x^2}$ by rewriting it as:

$\frac{1}{1 + x^2} = \sum_{n=0}^{\infty} (-1)^n x^{2n}$

Then, multiplying by $1 - x^2$, we expand each term. This will give the power series of $f(x)$ in terms of $x$.

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Related Questions

1. How can the geometric series formula be applied in similar problems?
2. What is the radius of convergence for this series expansion?
3. How can we verify the result by differentiating the power series?
4. What would the series look like for higher-order terms of $x$?
5. Are there alternative methods for expanding this function?

Tip

In many cases, power series expansions can be simplified by breaking the function into separate components and expanding each part individually.