Find the number of non-zero integral solutions of the equation .
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Explanation
This question tests understanding of modulus of complex numbers and solving exponential equations. Students need to first calculate the modulus of the complex number 1 - i, then solve the resulting equation. The key insight is recognizing that the only solution is x = 0, which must be excluded since the question asks for non-zero integral solutions.
Solution Steps
Step 1: Find the modulus of the complex number (1 - i).
For a complex number a + bi, the modulus is |a + bi| = .
Therefore, |1 - i| = |1 + (-1)i| = ²) = = .
Step 2: Substitute the value in the given equation.
The equation becomes: ()^x =
Step 3: Express both sides with the same base.
Since = 2^(1/2), we have: (2^(1/2))^x = 2^(x/2) =
Step 4: Equate the exponents.
x/2 = x x - x/2 = 0 x/2 = 0 x = 0
Step 5: Apply the constraint.
The only solution is x = 0, but the question asks for non-zero integral solutions.
Therefore, the number of non-zero integral solutions = 0.