Problem 26 of 7
Multiply complex number -2+5i by real scalar -3.
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distribute scalar to both parts.
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Scalar must be real.
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1. Multiply the real part by the scalar.
2. Multiply the imaginary coefficient by the scalar.
3. Write the result in standard form.
Use the worked steps, then substitute the final answer back into the original relationship to confirm it satisfies the prompt.
Multiplying only the real part.