Math Problem Statement
Represent the complex number 2 + 3π and its conjugate on a complex plane.
Solution
To represent the complex number and its conjugate on the complex plane:
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Complex Number :
- This number has a real part of 2 and an imaginary part of 3.
- On the complex plane, the x-axis (horizontal) represents the real part, and the y-axis (vertical) represents the imaginary part.
- So, the point corresponds to , where 2 is the real part and 3 is the imaginary part.
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Conjugate :
- The conjugate of is obtained by changing the sign of the imaginary part.
- In this case, and its conjugate has the same real part but the imaginary part is .
- So, is represented by the point on the complex plane.
Plotting on the Complex Plane:
- Plot the point for .
- Plot the point for the conjugate .
- The two points will be symmetric about the real axis (x-axis).
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Here are some relative questions to further your understanding:
- What is the magnitude of the complex number ?
- How would you add two complex numbers like and ?
- What is the result of multiplying by its conjugate?
- How do you interpret the argument (angle) of a complex number in the complex plane?
- Can you generalize the rule for finding the conjugate of any complex number?
Tip: The conjugate of a complex number reflects it across the real axis on the complex plane.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Complex Numbers
Imaginary Numbers
Complex Plane
Formulas
Conjugate of a complex number: \(\bar{z} = a - bi\)
Theorems
Conjugate Reflection Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12