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For a unit step input \( u[n] \), a discrete-time LTI system produces an output signal \( \left( 2\delta[n + 1] + \delta[n] + \delta[n - 1] \right) \). Let \( y[n] \) be the output of the system for an input \( \left(\frac{1}{2}\right)^n u[n] \). The value of \( y[0] \) is _________.

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To find the value of a discrete-time signal at \( n = 0 \), use the impulse response of the system and convolve it with the input signal.
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We can use the system's response to find \( y[0] \). The system's response is given by: \[ y[n] = \left( 2\delta[n + 1] + \delta[n] + \delta[n - 1] \right) \left( \left( \frac{1}{2} \right)^n u[n] \right). \] For \( n = 0 \), we find: \[ y[0] = 2 \times \left( \frac{1}{2} \right)^1 + 1 \times \left( \frac{1}{2} \right)^0 + 1 \times \left( \frac{1}{2} \right)^{-1} = 1 + 1 + 2 = 4. \] Thus, \( y[0] = 0 \).
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