What is the correct position of u on an Argand diagram?

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The complex number u, represented as -2 + i, is a root of the polynomial equation x³ - 11x - k = 0, leading to the conclusion that k equals 20. The other complex root of the equation is -2 - i. The modulus of u is √5, and its argument is approximately 153.4 degrees. The Argand diagram should accurately depict the position of u, a vertical line through z = 1, and the correct half-lines from u with gradients of zero and one, while shading the region defined by the inequalities |ß| < |ß - 2| and 0 < arg(ß - u) < π/4.

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Hello.I have done all the parts and just have problems with the last one. I've pasted the whole question though to include all the details which may be needed

Homework Statement



The complex number −2 + i is denoted by u.
(i) Given that u is a root of the equation x3 − 11x − k = 0, where k is real, find the value of k. [3]
(ii) Write down the other complex root of this equation. [1]
(iii) Find the modulus and argument of u. [2]
(iv) Sketch an Argand diagram showing the point representing u. Shade the region whose points
represent the complex numbers ß satisfying both the inequalities
|ß| < |ß − 2| and 0 < arg(ß − u) < pi/4 (45 degrees)



The Attempt at a Solution


I got k = 20
b) -2-i
(iii) 5^1/2 (cos153.4 + isin153.4)

(iv) I solved it by doing:

x^2 +y^2 = x^2 +y^2 -4x + 2y +5
y= 2x - 5/2

I don't know if I'm right because the mark scheme says :
iv) Show point representing u in relatively correct position in an Argand diagram B1
Show vertical line through z = 1 B1
Show the correct half-lines from u of gradient zero and 1 B1
Shade the relevant region

??

PLease help!
Thanks :)
 
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hello ishterz! :smile:

(have a pi: π and try using the X2 icon just above the Reply box :wink:)
ishterz said:
|ß| < |ß − 2| and 0 < arg(ß − u) < pi/4 (45 degrees)

x^2 +y^2 = x^2 +y^2 -4x + 2y +5

erm :redface:

you've used |ß - 2 - i| instead of |ß| :wink:

(btw, there is a simpler method, just using elementary geometry)
 

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