Solving Equations in C: What Does It Mean?

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The discussion revolves around the concept of solving equations in the context of complex numbers, specifically denoted by "C." The original poster seeks clarification on what it means to "solve in C," indicating a lack of understanding regarding complex numbers and their application in equations. Respondents suggest that the task likely involves solving for a complex variable, z, and recommend consulting textbooks for examples of finding complex roots. Additionally, they mention that the question may involve simplifying fractions using the property that i² = -1. Understanding these concepts is essential for tackling such equations effectively.
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in my homework i got a question that told me to solve the following equation in C
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can someone tell me what is this question? what is it means "to solve in C"? i know(if i am right) that C is the field of complex numbers but i don't really gets what is going on with that question.

i am not asking for a solution at all i just want to know what is it and where i can read about the subject of this question.
 
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FTM1000 said:
in my homework i got a question that told me to solve the following equation in C
equation.jpg

can someone tell me what is this question? what is it means "to solve in C"? i know(if i am right) that C is the field of complex numbers but i don't really gets what is going on with that question.

i am not asking for a solution at all i just want to know what is it and where i can read about the subject of this question.
I'm pretty sure it means to solve for z, with z being a complex number.
 
Mark44 said:
I'm pretty sure it means to solve for z, with z being a complex number.
i just don't understand what it means. can you explain me or show me where i can read about equations like that?
 
FTM1000 said:
i just don't understand what it means. can you explain me or show me where i can read about equations like that?
Your textbook, for starters. Surely they must have an example of finding the complex roots in an equation.
 
... and it is a trick question. See if you can reduce the fraction (remember that i2 = -1).
 

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