Question

Which sequence explains a geometric method of determining 3-17i/2+2i?

A. Step 1: Multiply by 2/2; Step 2: Combine the fractions.
B. Step 1: Multiply by the complex conjugate; Step 2: Simplify.
C. Step 1: Add 2i to both sides; Step 2: Simplify.
D. Step 1: Multiply by 1/2; Step 2: Multiply by 2/2.

Answer 1

The geometric method of determining 3-17i/2+2i involves multiplying by the complex conjugate and simplifying.

Step-by-step explanation:

The geometric method of determining 3-17i/2+2i involves multiplying by the complex conjugate and simplifying. Therefore, the correct sequence is:

Step 1: Multiply by the complex conjugate (2-2i) to get (3-17i)(2-2i).

Step 2: Simplify the expression by multiplying the terms and combining like terms.

So, the correct answer is B. Step 1: Multiply by the complex conjugate; Step 2: Simplify.