Math Problem Statement
Write the quadratic equation with a lead coefficient of 1 whose roots are 3+2i and 3-2i
Solution
To write a quadratic equation with roots and , we can use the fact that if and are roots of a quadratic equation, then the equation can be written as:
Given roots and , we can substitute them as and :
Expanding this expression:
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Rewrite the terms as a difference of squares:
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Use the identity , where and :
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Now, expand and :
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Since , :
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Simplify:
Therefore, the quadratic equation with roots and is:
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Tip: For a quadratic equation with complex roots, the imaginary parts of the roots will always cancel each other out, leading to a quadratic equation with real coefficients.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Quadratic Equations
Complex Numbers
Formulas
Quadratic equation with roots a and b: (x - a)(x - b) = 0
Difference of squares: (A - B)(A + B) = A^2 - B^2
Theorems
Fundamental Theorem of Algebra
Complex Conjugate Root Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-11