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### Q1: 
#### i. **Find the Z-transformation of the sequence \( y_k = a^k \) using the definition.**

The Z-transform \( Y(z) \) of a sequence \( y_k \) is defined as:
\[
Y(z) = \sum_{k=0}^{\infty} y_k z^{-k}
\]
In this case, \( y_k = a^k \). Therefore:
\[
Y(z) = \sum_{k=0}^{\infty} a^k z^{-k}
\]
This is a geometric series:
\[
Y(z) = \sum_{k=0}^{\infty} \left(\frac{a}{z}\right)^k
\]
The sum of the geometric series \( \sum_{k=0}^{\infty} r^k \) is given by \( \frac{1}{1 - r} \) for \( |r| < 1 \). Thus:
\[
Y(z) = \frac{1}{1 - \frac{a}{z}} = \frac{z}{z - a}, \quad \text{for} \ |z| > |a|.
\]

#### ii. **Find the sequence whose Z-transform is \( Y(z) = \frac{z^2}{z^2 + 2z - 3} \).**

To find the sequence, first simplify the given Z-transform:
\[
Y(z) = \frac{z^2}{z^2 + 2z - 3}.
\]
We factor the denominator:
\[
z^2 + 2z - 3 = (z - 1)(z + 3).
\]
Thus, the Z-transform becomes:
\[
Y(z) = \frac{z^2}{(z - 1)(z + 3)}.
\]
We now apply partial fraction decomposition:
\[
\frac{z^2}{(z - 1)(z + 3)} = \frac{A}{z - 1} + \frac{B}{z + 3}.
\]
Multiplying both sides by \( (z - 1)(z + 3) \) and solving for \( A \) and \( B \), we get:
\[
A(z + 3) + B(z - 1) = z^2.
\]
Expanding:
\[
A(z + 3) + B(z - 1) = A z + 3A + B z - B = z^2.
\]
By comparing coefficients of \( z^2 \), \( z \), and constants, we can solve for \( A \) and \( B \).

### Q2: 
#### i. **Expand \( f(z) = \frac{3 + 4z}{z(z - 2)(z - 1)} \) in a Laurent series valid for (a) \( |z| < 1 \) and (b) \( 1 < |z| < 2 \).**

To expand this function into a Laurent series, we will break the function into partial fractions and then expand each part into a series in the given regions.

#### ii. **Solve the second-order initial value problem using the Z-transform:**

The given recurrence relation is:
\[
y_{k+2} + 7y_{k+1} + 12y_k = 0, \quad y_0 = 0, \quad y_1 = 0.
\]
We take the Z-transform of the recurrence relation, use the initial conditions, and then solve for \( Y(z) \), which can be inverted to find \( y_k \).

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Here are 5 related questions for deeper exploration:
1. How do you handle different regions of convergence when working with Laurent series?
2. Can the Z-transform be applied to non-geometric sequences? How?
3. What is the significance of initial conditions when solving recurrence relations using Z-transform?
4. How do you perform partial fraction decomposition for higher-degree polynomials in Z-transform problems?
5. What methods exist for solving second-order recurrence relations besides the Z-transform?

**Tip:** Always ensure to check the region of convergence (ROC) when applying Z-transforms, as it determines the stability and validity of the transform.

1. i. Find the Z-transformation of the sequence y_k = a^k using definition. ii. Find the sequence whose Z-transform is Y(z) = z^2 / (z^2 + 2z - 3). 2. i. Expand f(z) = (3 + 4z) / [z(z - 2)(z - 1)] in a Laurent series valid for |z| < 1 and 1 < |z| < 2. ii. Solve the second order initial value problem y_{k+2} + 7y_{k+1} + 12y_k = 0, y_0 = 0, y_1 = 0.

This problem covers Z-transform for sequences, finding the inverse Z-transform for rational functions, expanding functions in Laurent series, and solving recurrence relations using Z-transforms. Topics include partial fractions, recurrence relations, and geometric series.

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