Finding the Roots of Z^6 + 64 = 0

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The equation Z^6 + 64 = 0 has six solutions that can be found using de Moivre's theorem. The equation can be factored into (Z^3 - 8i)(Z^3 + 8i), allowing for further factorization to find the roots. To solve for the six values of z, express z^6 in polar form as r^6(cos 6θ + isin 6θ). The discussion emphasizes the importance of factoring and using trigonometric identities to derive the solutions. Ultimately, the goal is to identify all six roots of the equation effectively.
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Z^6 + 64 = 0
there are suppose to be 6 solutions :confused:
need help on how to find the roots
 
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Are you familiar with de Moivre's theorem? The problem is pretty easy then. Alternatively, you can factor the equation Z^6 + 64=0 into
(Z^3 - 8i)(Z^3+8i) from which you can factor more.
 
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opps, sorry, i must 've made myself unclear, the goal is to find the 6 values of z, but thanks for heling on the roots! :smile:
 
Write z^6 = r^6(cos 6\theta + isin 6\theta) and solve.
 
MercuryRising said:
opps, sorry, i must 've made myself unclear, the goal is to find the 6 values of z, but thanks for heling on the roots! :smile:

Vsage's point was that, from there, you can factor further, thus getting the six linear roots (hint: think about sum and difference of cubes).
 
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