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If $\omega$ is a complex cube root of unity, then what is $\omega^{10}+\omega^{-10}$ equal to ?
MathematicsComplex NumberNDANDA 2010 (Phase 2)
Options:
  • A 2
  • B -1
  • C -2
  • D 1
Solution:
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The correct answer is: -1
Consider $\omega^{10}+\omega^{-10}=\omega^{10}+\frac{1}{\omega^{10}}$
$=\left(\omega^{3}\right)^{3} \cdot \omega+\frac{1}{\left(\omega^{3}\right)^{3} \cdot \omega}=\omega+\frac{1}{\omega}=-1$

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