Imaginary multiplication with answer to be in polar (variables)

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To find the product of two complex numbers (a+bi)(c+di) in polar form, first convert each complex number to polar coordinates. The product can be expressed as ((a+b)cis(atan(-b/a) + π)) * ((c+d)cis(atan(d/c))). After multiplying, simplify to obtain a single complex number. To find the modulus, use the Pythagorean theorem, and for the argument, apply the arctan function to the resulting imaginary and real parts. This process will yield the desired polar form.
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I have to find (a+bi)(c+di) in polar form given that b,c,d>0 and a<0.

So I convert each one to polar first.

( (a+b)cis(\arctan(-b/a) + \pi) ) ( (c+d)cis(\arctan(d/c)) )

That's as far as I got. Little help please?
 
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Multiply the numbers out first. Then you will have just one complex number. Then just find the modulus and argument using pythagoras and arctan like you mentioned.
 
That would give -(ac) -(adi) +(bci) -(bd)?

But how do I find a modulus and argument with that?
 
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