Finding b_k in a Complex Power Series

In summary, the conversation discusses a power series represented by a sigma notation, where a value n is possibly meant to be a k. The question asks for the values of b_k for k ranging from 0 to 7. The second part of the question is unclear and requires clarification.
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Homework Statement


There is a power series
[tex]\infty[/tex]
[tex]\sum[/tex]b_k.z^k
n=0

such that

[tex]\infty[/tex]
(exp(z) - 1)[tex]\sum[/tex]b_k.z^k = z
n=0
the infinity and n=0 are meant to be over the sigma, sorry

Find b_k for k = 0,1,...,7

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The Attempt at a Solution


Hi, I'm just wondering - do you think that that n in the sum is meant to be a k? If not, what is n?
Does the question want me to solve for eight individual cases, or does it want me to sum to 7 instead of to infinity?

Thanks for any help
 
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i think its probably meant to be a k, here's how you write it (click on tex)

[tex] \sum_{k=0}^{\infty} b_k z^k [/tex]

i'm not really sure for the 2nd bit as i can't read your expresison correctly
 

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1. What is a complex power series?

A complex power series is a mathematical series that represents a function of a complex variable. It is an infinite sum of terms, each of which is a constant multiplied by a power of the variable.

2. How is a complex power series different from a real power series?

A complex power series involves terms with complex coefficients and powers of a complex variable, while a real power series only involves terms with real coefficients and powers of a real variable.

3. What is the radius of convergence for a complex power series?

The radius of convergence for a complex power series is the value of the complex variable for which the series converges. It is determined by the ratio test or the root test.

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