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What is the value of m for which 2x – x2 + my2 is harmonic?

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Concept:

If f(x, y) is harmonic then it must satisfy Laplace’s equation

Calculation:

Given function: f = 2x – x2 + my2

So, for harmonic it should satisfy Laplace’s equation

⇒ m = 1

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