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What are complex conjugates?

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Complex conjugates are pairs of complex numbers of the form a + bi and a - bi, where a and b are real numbers.

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How do you simplify a complex fraction?

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To simplify a complex fraction, multiply the numerator and the denominator by the conjugate of the denominator.

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What is the result of multiplying a complex number by its conjugate?

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The result is a real number, specifically the sum of the squares of the real and imaginary parts.

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What is the formula for the modulus of a complex number?

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The modulus of a complex number z = a + bi is given by |z| = √(a² + b²).

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How do you express a complex number in standard form?

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A complex number is in standard form when it is expressed as a + bi, where a is the real part and b is the imaginary part.

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What is the significance of the imaginary unit 'i'?

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The imaginary unit 'i' is defined as the square root of -1, and it is used to extend the real number system to complex numbers.

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How do you add two complex numbers?

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To add two complex numbers, add their real parts and their imaginary parts separately.

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How do you subtract two complex numbers?

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To subtract two complex numbers, subtract their real parts and their imaginary parts separately.

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What is the process for multiplying two complex numbers?

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To multiply two complex numbers, use the distributive property (FOIL) and combine like terms.

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What is the division of complex numbers?

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To divide complex numbers, multiply the numerator and denominator by the conjugate of the denominator and simplify.

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