When complex numbers in polar form are to be added or subtracted, they must be
A) converted to rectangular form
B) converted to phasor form
C) added or subtracted in polar notation
D) added or subtracted algebraically

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Adding or subtracting complex numbers in polar form requires converting them to rectangular form (a + bi) first, because direct addition or subtraction of magnitudes and angles does not yield correct results.

When Complex Numbers in Polar Form Are to Be Added