Question

The modulus of the complex number \( z \) such that \( |z + 3 - i| = 1 \) and \( \arg(z) = \pi \) is equal to:

• A. 9
• B. 2
• C. 3
• D. 4

Hint:

The modulus of a complex number \( z = a + bi \) is given by: \[ |z| = \sqrt{a^2 + b^2} \]

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: {Express the given information in a mathematical format}
\[ |z + 3 - i| = 1 \] Step 2: {Standard form of a circle equation}
\[ (x + 3)^2 + (y - 1)^2 = 1 \] Step 3: {Determine the modulus}
Given that \( \arg(z) = \pi \), the point is situated on the negative real axis: \[ z = -3 + 0i \] Step 4: {Compute the modulus}
\[ |z| = \sqrt{(-3)^2 + 0^2} = 3 \]