Introduction to Quantum Mechanics 2nd Edition

Published by Cambridge University Press
ISBN 10: 1107179866
ISBN 13: 978-1-10717-986-8

Chapter 1 - Section 1.4 - Normalization - Problems - Page 14: 1.5

Answer

To solve such problems always start by normalizing the given wave function. In this case, we have to find the value of constant A.

Work Step by Step

Expectation value or the average value of a normalized function can be obtained as following:
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