Complex Analysis Homework: Need Help Showing Statement is True

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The discussion centers on proving the statement |1-\bar{α}z|² = |z-α|² if and only if |z|² = 1, where α is defined as α = x + yi. The user attempted to manipulate the equation but struggled to derive the proof. Key insights include the use of the property |w|² = w\bar{w} to facilitate the proof process. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding complex numbers and their properties in solving the problem.

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  • Familiarity with the properties of complex conjugates (e.g., \bar{α})
  • Knowledge of modulus and its properties (e.g., |w|² = w\bar{w})
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Homework Statement



Hey guys.

I have this problem, I need to show that it's true and I don't have a clue.
I tried to do like alpha = x+yi but it got me nowhere, any ideas?

Thanks.


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Try to show that

|1-\bar{\alpha}z|^2=|z-\alpha|^2 if and only if |z|^2=1

and keep in mind that

|w|^2=w\bar{w}.
 
yyat said:
Try to show that

|1-\bar{\alpha}z|^2=|z-\alpha|^2 if and only if |z|^2=1

and keep in mind that

|w|^2=w\bar{w}.

Thanks.
 

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