Math Problem Statement

Given: z1 = 1 + i and z2 = 4(2 + 3i) - 3(1 + 4i). Find a complex number w, written in the form w = a + bi, such that wz1 = z2 and then find w̅. Choose the correct value for w̅ from the list below.

Solution

We are given the complex numbers z1=1+iz_1 = 1 + i and z2=5z_2 = 5 (after simplification). We need to find a complex number w=a+biw = a + bi such that wz1=z2w z_1 = z_2.

The equation wz1=z2w z_1 = z_2 simplifies to w=z2z1w = \frac{z_2}{z_1}, which leads to the solution a=52a = \frac{5}{2} and b=52b = -\frac{5}{2}.

Thus, the complex number ww is:

w=5252iw = \frac{5}{2} - \frac{5}{2}i

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Here are 5 related questions:

  1. How do you divide complex numbers?
  2. What is the geometric interpretation of multiplying complex numbers?
  3. How can you express the conjugate of a complex number?
  4. What are the properties of complex number multiplication?
  5. How do you find the modulus of a complex number?

Tip: When solving for a complex number, it can help to express both sides in the form a+bia + bi to simplify the comparison of real and imaginary parts.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Complex Numbers
Multiplication of Complex Numbers
Division of Complex Numbers
Conjugates

Formulas

w = z2 / z1
w̅ = conjugate of w

Theorems

Properties of Complex Number Multiplication
Conjugate of a Complex Number

Suitable Grade Level

Undergraduate Level