NDA2021MathematicsComplex NumberActual
Consider the following statements in respect of an arbitrary complex number Z : 1. The difference of Z and its conjugate is an imaginary number. 2. The sum of Z and its conjugate is a real number. Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Options
- A1 only
- B2 only
- CBoth 1 and 2
- DNeither 1 nor 2
Correct answer
C. Both 1 and 2
Step-by-step solution
Let z=x+i y conjugate of z^ =x-i y Now, z+z^ =x+i y+x-i y=2 x (Real) z-z^ =x+i y-x+i y=(2 y) i (Imaginery) Hence, both (1) and (2) are true.