Algebra and Trigonometry 10th Edition

Published by Cengage Learning
ISBN 10: 9781337271172
ISBN 13: 978-1-33727-117-2

Chapter 1 - P.S. Problem Solving - Page 158: 14

Answer

Check Solution The product of a complex number with its complex conjugate is real.

Work Step by Step

$(a+bi)(a-bi) = a^2-(bi)^2=a^2-b^2i^2=a^2+b^2$ As a and b are real numbers, the last term will also be real. Therefore, the product of a complex number with its complex conjugate is real.
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