Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Complex numbers

Complex numbers — practice question

(a)[4]

On a single Argand diagram, sketch the loci described by the equations $|z - 3 + 2i| = 2$ and $|w - 3 + 2i| = |w + 3 - 4i|$ where $z$ and $w$ are complex numbers.

(b)[2]

Hence find the minimum value of $|z - w|$ for points on these loci. Give your answer in exact form.

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