Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Complex numbers

Complex numbers — practice question

The complex number $w$ is given by $w = \frac{22 + 4i}{(2 - i)^2}$.
(i)[3]

Show, without using a calculator, that $w = 2 + 4i$.

(ii)[3]

It is stated that $p$ is real and $\frac{\pi}{4} \leq \arg(w + p) \leq \frac{3\pi}{4}$. Find the set of possible values of $p$.

(iii)[3]

The complex conjugate of $w$ is written as $w^*$. On an Argand diagram, $w$ and $w^*$ are shown by the points $S$ and $T$ respectively. Find the equation of the circle, in the form $|z - a| = k$, that passes through $S$, $T$ and the origin.

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This 9-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Expand $(2-i)^2$ to get $3-4i$ or an unsimplified equivalent

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