Complex Analysis - Sketching regions in a complex plane

In summary, complex analysis is a branch of mathematics that deals with the study of complex numbers and their functions on the complex plane. The complex plane is a mathematical representation of complex numbers and is used to visualize and analyze functions in complex analysis. Sketching regions in a complex plane helps understand the properties of complex functions and involves identifying boundaries and critical points, and considering properties such as symmetry and periodicity. Common techniques used for sketching regions include contour plots, polar coordinates, and conformal mapping.
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NewtonianAlch
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Homework Statement


|2z -1|[itex]\geq[/itex]|z + i|


The Attempt at a Solution


The problem I have with this one is the 2z, I just need a clue on how to go about centering this one. If it were just |z - 1|; z[itex]_{0}[/itex] would be 1.
 
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Hi NewtonianAlch! :smile:

2|z - 1/2| ≥ |z + i| :wink:
 
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Oh dear...I think I need a long break...thanks for the reply!
 

1. What is complex analysis?

Complex analysis is a branch of mathematics that deals with the study of complex numbers and their functions. It is used to analyze and understand the behavior of functions defined on the complex plane.

2. What is a complex plane?

A complex plane is a mathematical representation of the complex numbers, where the real numbers are plotted on the horizontal axis and the imaginary numbers on the vertical axis. It is often used to visualize and analyze functions in complex analysis.

3. What is the purpose of sketching regions in a complex plane?

The purpose of sketching regions in a complex plane is to help visualize and understand the properties of complex functions, such as their domain, range, and behavior near critical points. It also allows for the identification of important features, such as poles, zeros, and branch points.

4. How do you sketch a region in a complex plane?

To sketch a region in a complex plane, you first need to identify the boundaries and critical points of the region. Then, plot these points on the complex plane and use them to guide the sketching of the region. It is also helpful to consider the properties of the function, such as its symmetry and periodicity, when sketching the region.

5. What are some common techniques used to sketch regions in a complex plane?

Some common techniques used to sketch regions in a complex plane include using contour plots, polar coordinates, and conformal mapping. These techniques allow for the visualization of complex functions and their behavior in the complex plane.

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