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most polynomial equations can be solved with an answer from the set of real numbers. however, there are some equations, such as x2 + 1 = 0, which cannot be solved using real numbers. this type of equation can be solved by creating one new number called i, where i = √-1 use of the number i allows for the solution of a whole set of equations involving the square roots of negative numbers. the number system formed by the real numbers with the addition of the |
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