Algebra 2 - Simplifying a complex rational expression - Online Tutor 2/(4-5i)

Algebra 2 - Simplifying a complex rational expression - Online Tutor 2/(4-5i)

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Mathematics, Science

11th Grade - University

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The video tutorial explains how to simplify rational expressions with complex numbers in the denominator. It introduces complex numbers, highlighting their real and imaginary parts, and explains the concept of conjugate pairs. The tutorial demonstrates how to use conjugate pairs to simplify expressions by eliminating the imaginary unit from the denominator. The process involves multiplying by the conjugate and using the difference of squares to simplify the expression into standard form.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is a complex number and how is it represented?

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Explain why we cannot divide by a complex number that has 'i' in the denominator.

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What are conjugate pairs and how do they help in simplifying expressions?

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Describe the process of using the conjugate to simplify a rational expression.

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How do you express a complex number in standard form after simplification?

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