Math Problem Statement
Find all complex numbers z that satisfy the equation Z*=2/z+i
Solution
We need to solve the equation:
where represents the complex conjugate of .
Step 1: Represent the complex number
Let , where .
Its complex conjugate is:
We substitute these into the equation.
Step 2: Substitute and rewrite the equation
The equation becomes: To simplify, multiply the numerator and denominator on the right-hand side by the complex conjugate of the denominator: Thus, the equation becomes:
Step 3: Separate real and imaginary parts
The left-hand side is: The right-hand side is: Simplify the imaginary part: So the equation becomes:
Step 4: Equate real and imaginary parts
For the real parts: For the imaginary parts:
Step 5: Solve the equations
Real part equation:
If , we can divide both sides by : x^2 + y^2 = 2. \tag{1}
Imaginary part equation:
Using from Equation (1): This implies: which is a contradiction unless .
Step 6: Conclusion
Since , the complex number must be purely real. From Equation (1):
Thus, the solutions are:
Final Answer
The complex numbers that satisfy the equation are:
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Tip: Always equate the real and imaginary parts separately when working with complex equations.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Complex Numbers
Algebraic Manipulation
Complex Conjugate
Formulas
z = x + yi, where x and y are real numbers
Complex conjugate: z* = x - yi
Multiplication of complex numbers: z1 * z2 = (a + bi)(c + di)
Real and imaginary parts of a complex number
Theorems
Equating real and imaginary parts in complex numbers
Properties of complex conjugates
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 11-12