Complex Polar to Rectangular Form

Enter magnitude.
°
Enter angle in °.
Math

Complex Polar to Rectangular Form: calculate results from explicit inputs, with a formula and worked example.

Formula

a = r cos θ; b = r sin θ

Example Calculation

Example inputs
  • Magnitude: 5
  • Angle: 90 °

Magnitude 5 and angle 90° represent 0+5i (tiny residuals can occur numerically).

Method references

Frequently asked questions

How do I use this calculator?

Enter magnitude, angle. The result updates automatically. Use Reset to restore the example values.

What method does it use?

a = r cos θ; b = r sin θ. Real finite inputs. Numeric results use floating-point arithmetic; this is not a symbolic computer algebra system.

Why might a rounded result differ?

The calculation keeps full numeric precision internally, then rounds the displayed result. Rounding intermediate steps by hand can produce a slightly different answer.

Are my inputs saved online?

No. This calculator processes your inputs in your browser. A recently used list stores only calculator names on this device, not your entered values.

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