IB skill practice

Use modulus and argument of complex numbers

Convert between Cartesian and polar information and interpret points on the Argand diagram.

Paper 1, Paper 2 5 marks Difficulty 4

Use modulus and argument of complex numbers - complex modulus and argument item

Case B6. Use the complex-plane diagram and calculate the requested modulus or argument quantity.

Worked practice: result and interpretation

Calculate the requested result first, then choose the interpretation that follows from it.