Math Problem Statement

Given that z₁ = 2 + 3i and z₂ = -1 + 2i, find z₁ + z₂.

Solution

The problem in the image asks to find z1+z2z_1 + z_2 given:

z1=2+3iandz2=1+2i.z_1 = 2 + 3i \quad \text{and} \quad z_2 = -1 + 2i.

Solution:

Add the two complex numbers:

z1+z2=(2+3i)+(1+2i)z_1 + z_2 = (2 + 3i) + (-1 + 2i)

Group the real and imaginary parts:

z1+z2=(21)+(3i+2i)z_1 + z_2 = (2 - 1) + (3i + 2i)

Simplify:

z1+z2=1+5iz_1 + z_2 = 1 + 5i

Final Answer:

z1+z2=1+5iz_1 + z_2 = 1 + 5i

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Follow-up Questions:

  1. What are the rules for adding and subtracting complex numbers?
  2. Can you represent the result z1+z2=1+5iz_1 + z_2 = 1 + 5i graphically on an Argand diagram?
  3. What is the magnitude of the resulting complex number 1+5i1 + 5i?
  4. How would you find z1z2z_1 \cdot z_2 instead of their sum?
  5. How does the addition of z1z_1 and z2z_2 change geometrically in the complex plane?

Tip:

When adding complex numbers, always group the real parts and the imaginary parts separately to avoid errors.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Complex Numbers
Addition of Complex Numbers

Formulas

(a + bi) + (c + di) = (a + c) + (b + d)i

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12