If 1, α, α^2, α^3, …, α^n-1 are the nth roots of unity, then the value of (2-α)(2-α^2)(2-α^3) …(

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If 1, α, α^2, α^3, …, α^n-1 are the nth roots of unity, then...

If $1, \alpha, \alpha^{2}, \alpha^{3}, \ldots, \alpha^{n-1}$ are the nth roots of unity, then the value of $(2-\alpha)\left(2-\alpha^{2}\right)\left(2-\alpha^{3}\right) \ldots\left(2-\alpha^{n-1}\right)$ is
(a) $2^{n}$
(b) $1-2^{n}$
(c) $2^{n}-1$
(d) 2

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nth Roots of Unity

nth roots of unity are the complex numbers that satisfy the equation z^n = 1. They are evenly spaced on the unit circle in the complex plane and form a cyclic group under multiplication. This concept is fundamental in understanding symmetries in the complex plane and in simplifying products and sums over these roots.

Polynomial Factorization

The polynomial x^n - 1 can be factored into linear factors corresponding to its roots, which are the nth roots of unity. This factorization expresses the polynomial as (x - 1)(x - ?)(x - ?^2)...(x - ?^(n-1)), providing a connection between the polynomial’s coefficients and its roots. This is a key technique in algebra for solving equations and evaluating expressions that involve these roots.

Evaluation of Polynomials by Substitution

Evaluating a polynomial by substituting a specific value for x is a common technique for simplifying expressions or finding numerical results. For instance, substituting x = 2 into the factored form of x^n - 1 allows one to compute products that involve the nth roots of unity. This method connects polynomial properties with numerical outcomes and is particularly useful in problems involving symmetries and factorizations.

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