Maths · Algebra of complex numbers

If x+(1+i) y=1-3 i, \) then = \)

If \( (1-i) x+(1+i) y=1-3 i, \) then \( (x, y)= \)

  • A. (2,-1)
  • B. (-2,-1)
  • C. (-2,1)
  • D. (2,1)

Step-by-step solution

Expand and equate real and imaginary parts: (x+y) + i(-x+y) = 1-3i. So x+y=1 and -x+y=-3. Solving gives x=2, y=-1.
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