Math Problem Statement

Simplify: -2i(-3i)

Solution

To simplify the expression 2i(3i)-2i \cdot (-3i), let's proceed with the following steps:

  1. Multiply the constants: 2×3=6-2 \times -3 = 6.
  2. Multiply the imaginary units: i×i=i2i \times i = i^2.

Since i2=1i^2 = -1, we get: 6i2=6(1)=66 \cdot i^2 = 6 \cdot (-1) = -6

Therefore, the simplified answer is 6-6.

Would you like more details or have any questions?

Here are some related questions to explore further:

  1. What happens when we multiply two imaginary numbers with different signs?
  2. How is i2=1i^2 = -1 derived, and what does it represent in complex numbers?
  3. What would the result be if both imaginary numbers had positive signs?
  4. How would the answer change if we had a real number multiplied by an imaginary number?
  5. What is the effect of squaring an imaginary number?

Tip: Remember, i2=1i^2 = -1 is a fundamental property of imaginary numbers, and it helps simplify expressions involving powers of ii.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Complex Numbers
Multiplication of Imaginary Numbers

Formulas

Product of imaginary units: i * i = i^2
i^2 = -1

Theorems

Properties of imaginary numbers

Suitable Grade Level

Grade 10