Question

Find the real numbers x and y that make the equation true.
-3 + yi = x + 6i

I have absolutely no idea how to do this can someone help please?

Answer 1

the real parts are equal, so

-3 = x

and the imaginary parts are equal, which means

yi = 6i

y = ???

Answer 2

does that help?

Answer 3

6? yes

Answer 4

x = -3
y = 6, good

ok great, glad it's helping