Simplifying expressions using Euler's formula

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The discussion focuses on simplifying expressions using Euler's formula, specifically addressing concerns about the correctness of the solution to the first problem. The user seeks validation for their approach and clarity on how to apply Euler's formula to a second problem. It is noted that using Euler's formula involves expressing complex numbers in polar form, which was successfully demonstrated in the first question. The user expresses uncertainty about the next steps for the second problem. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of correctly applying Euler's formula in complex number simplification.
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Homework Statement
Simplify the following expression using euler's formula. (The problems in the pic)
Relevant Equations
e^i Θ = cos Θ+isin Θ
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The following is the questions given. I solved the first one, which steps are shown below.
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But I am not sure if this is how the question wants me to solve the problem. Would you tell me if the way I solved the problem is the proper way of simplifying the expression using euler's formula?

Also, I did try problem b, but I am not sure how to proceed or where to use the euler's formula.
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Thank you for your help!
 

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Using Euler's formula means expressing the the complex numbers in polar form, like you did for question a).
 
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