Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Complex numbers

Complex numbers — practice question

For this question, calculators are not allowed. Let the polynomial $z^4 + 3z^2 + 6z + 10$ be written as $p(z)$. Let the complex number $-1 + i$ be written as $u$.
(i)[3]

With all working shown, confirm that $u$ is a root of the equation $p(z) = 0$.

(ii)[7]

Find the other three roots of the equation $p(z) = 0$.

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