(a)[3]
For the points on this locus, determine the greatest and least possible values of $|z|$.
(b)[3]
For the points on this locus, determine the smallest possible value of $\arg z$.
Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Complex numbers
Complex numbers — practice question
The diagram displays the locus of points for the complex numbers $z$ that satisfy $|z + 5 - 4i| = 3$.
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