How Does the Principal Argument Affect the Solution of Log(exp(10i))?

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The discussion centers on the evaluation of Log(exp(10i)) in terms of the principal argument. It is established that both i(10 - 3π) and i(10 - 4π) are valid representations, but they are not equivalent due to the difference in their angular cycles. The distinction between these two forms is crucial for accurately determining the principal argument in complex logarithms.

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Log(exp(10i))


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Since we want to get this in terms of the principal argument, would it matter if we ultimately wrote i(10 - 3[itex]\pi[/itex]) or i(10 - 4[itex]\pi[/itex]), since they are both in range?
 
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Yes it matters. i(10 - 3pi) is not a full cycle difference, so not an equivalent angle.
 
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