Math Problem Statement

|Z|=1

Solution

The equation Z=1|Z| = 1 represents the condition that the complex number ZZ has a magnitude (or modulus) of 1. Let's break this down step by step.

  1. A complex number ZZ can be expressed as Z=x+iyZ = x + iy, where:

    • xx is the real part,
    • yy is the imaginary part,
    • ii is the imaginary unit (i2=1i^2 = -1).
  2. The modulus of a complex number Z=x+iyZ = x + iy is defined as: Z=x2+y2|Z| = \sqrt{x^2 + y^2}

  3. Given Z=1|Z| = 1, we have: x2+y2=1\sqrt{x^2 + y^2} = 1

  4. Squaring both sides gives: x2+y2=1x^2 + y^2 = 1 This equation describes a circle in the complex plane (also known as the Argand plane) with a radius of 1, centered at the origin.

In summary, the complex numbers that satisfy Z=1|Z| = 1 lie on a unit circle centered at the origin in the complex plane.

Would you like more details or have any questions?

Here are 5 questions to deepen understanding:

  1. How do we calculate the argument (angle) of a complex number on the unit circle?
  2. What is the polar form of a complex number on the unit circle?
  3. How would you represent ZZ in terms of Euler's formula for this case?
  4. Can you find specific examples of complex numbers that satisfy Z=1|Z| = 1?
  5. How does this relate to rotations in the complex plane?

Tip: Any complex number with modulus 1 can be expressed as Z=eiθZ = e^{i\theta}, where θ\theta is the angle in radians.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Complex Numbers
Modulus of Complex Numbers
Geometry of the Complex Plane

Formulas

|Z| = sqrt(x^2 + y^2)
x^2 + y^2 = 1

Theorems

Equation of a Circle in the Complex Plane

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12