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If z=x+iy,xy0, satisfies the equation z2+iz¯=0, then z2 is equal to :
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Options:
  • A 9
  • B 1
  • C 4
  • D 14
Solution:
2558 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: 1

Given: z2+iz=0

z2=-iz

Now taking z=x+iy we get,

x2-y2+2ixy=-ix-y

Now on comparing both side we get,

x2-y2=-y & 2xy=-x

x2-y2=-y & x2y+1=0

x2--122=--12 & y=-12

x2=34 & y=-12

x=±32 & y=-12

Hence, z=±32 +i-12

z2=34 -14±2i3212

z2=12 ±i32

z2=14+342=1

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