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Series Solutions · Challenge problem

Let y=∑n=0∞anxny = \sum_{n=0}^{\infty} a_n x^n be the power-series solution of (1+x2) y′′+x y′−y=0(1 + x^2)\,y'' + x\,y' - y = 0 with y(0)=1y(0) = 1, y′(0)=0y'(0) = 0. Find the exact value of the series at x=34x = \dfrac34. Express your answer as a common fraction.