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Complex Numbers: Algebra of complex numbers MCQ

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Algebra of complex numbersEasyQuestion 230005

Question

If z₁ = 2 + 3i and z₂ = 1 − i, then z₁ + z₂ is:
  1. A
    3 + 2i
    Correct
  2. B
    1 + 4i
  3. C
    3 − 2i
  4. D
    1 + 2i

Correct answer

3 + 2i

Explanation

Add real and imaginary parts: (2+1) + (3+(−1))i = 3 + 2i.