Modulus and Argument

Introduction

The modulus or absolute value of a complex number is the magnitude of its corresponding vector

Modulus Argand Diagrams

The argument of a complex number is the angle its corresponding vector makes with the positive real axis

Modulus Argand Diagrams

Examples

Modulus Argand Diagrams

If z does not lie in the first quadrant, you can use the Argand diagram to help you find its argument

Modulus Argand Diagrams

Modulus Argand Diagrams