Math Problem Statement
∣z−2∣=∣z−2i∣ represents a
straight line.
circle.
point.
None of the above.
Solution
The equation represents a straight line.
Explanation:
The given equation compares the distances of a complex number from the two fixed points and in the complex plane.
- The point corresponds to the complex number , which is located on the real axis at .
- The point corresponds to the complex number , which is located on the imaginary axis at .
The equation means that the distance from to is equal to the distance from to .
Geometric Interpretation:
The set of all points equidistant from two fixed points forms the perpendicular bisector of the line segment joining the two points.
- The midpoint of the segment joining and is .
- The slope of the line segment joining and is .
The perpendicular bisector of this segment will therefore be a line with a slope of passing through the midpoint . The equation of this line can be written as:
So, the equation represents the line .
Conclusion:
The correct answer is straight line.
Do you have any further questions, or would you like more details on this topic? Here are some related questions you might consider:
- How do you derive the equation of the perpendicular bisector in the complex plane?
- What is the geometric interpretation of the modulus of a complex number?
- How can we find the distance between two complex numbers geometrically?
- What other geometric shapes can be represented by complex number equations?
- What is the locus of points equidistant from a point and a line in the complex plane?
Tip: When working with complex numbers, visualizing the problem on the complex plane can often simplify the understanding of geometric properties.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Complex Numbers
Modulus
Geometric Interpretation
Formulas
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Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Advanced High School
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