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Complex numbers and the Argand diagramEdexcel International A Level Further Maths: Mind map

Forms
Conjugate

Complex numbers

Argand diagram

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Modulus
Argument
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Exam questions on Complex numbers and the Argand diagram

  1. The complex number z=−3+4iz=-3+4\mathrm{i}.
    Find z∗z^* and show that zz∗=∣z∣2zz^*=|z|^2.2 marks
  2. The complex numbers z1=5−12iz_1=5-12\mathrm{i} and z2=1+3 iz_2=1+\sqrt3\,\mathrm{i}.
    Find arg⁡z1\arg z_1 in radians to 3 significant figures.2 marks
  3. Real numbers xx and yy satisfy the equation (2x+y)+(x−3y)i=7+7i(2x+y)+(x-3y)\mathrm{i}=7+7\mathrm{i}.
    Find the values of xx and yy.3 marks
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