Finding modulus and argument of complex number (x+iy)

Draw argand diagram

Modulus=|z|= length of the line

So |z|=(x2+y2)0.5

Argument=Angle between real (x axis) and line

so arg(z)=arctan(y/x)

EF

Related Further Mathematics A Level answers

All answers ▸

If the complex number z = 5 + 4i, work out 1/z.


What is the modulus of 3+4i?


Find the general solution of y'' - 3y' + 2y = 2e^x


How do I convert cartesian coordinates into polar coordinates?