IB skill practice

Add and subtract complex numbers

Use real and imaginary components when adding or subtracting complex numbers.

Paper 1, Paper 2 5 marks Difficulty 3

Add and subtract complex numbers - official syllabus scenario

In a library system model, \(z_1=6+3i\) and \(z_2=3+4i\). Find the real part of \(z_1+z_2\). Enter the requested value and choose the interpretation that matches the result.

Worked practice: result and interpretation

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