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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Performing Operations with Complex Numbers

Question 5 • Algebra III A

Find the sum of (–4 + i) and (10 – 5i).

Answer
A
–3 + 5i
B
–3 – 5i
C
6 – 4i
D
6 – 6i

Explanation

Add the real parts and the imaginary parts separately: (–4 + 10) + (1i – 5i) = 6 – 4i. The sum is 6 – 4i, which is choice C.

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