How to simplifying an expression when dividing complex numbers by multiplying by conjugate

How to simplifying an expression when dividing complex numbers by multiplying by conjugate

Assessment

Interactive Video

Mathematics

11th Grade - University

Hard

Created by

Quizizz Content

FREE Resource

The video tutorial explains the process of simplifying expressions involving imaginary numbers. It begins by discussing why multiplying by i is incorrect and introduces the concept of using the conjugate to eliminate i from the denominator. The tutorial then demonstrates applying the distorted property and FOIL method to simplify expressions. It further explains the importance of simplifying i squared to negative 1 and clarifies the division property when terms are separated by addition and subtraction. The video concludes with a recap of key points and final thoughts.

Read more

5 questions

Show all answers

1.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Explain the significance of i squared in the context of this problem.

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

2.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is the result of multiplying by the conjugate instead of just i?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

3.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What happens when you apply the distorted property in this scenario?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

4.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Why can't you cancel out i squares when they are separated by addition and subtraction?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

5.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

How do you divide an expression by a number when terms are separated by addition?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF