Find the value of the complex number where .
Solution
Analysis
This problem tests our understanding of the arithmetic rules for complex numbers, making it a fundamental question.
Step-by-Step Solution
Recall the sum of a geometric series formula:
where is the first term, is the common ratio, and is the number of terms.
In the given problem, , , and .
Applying the formula, we have:
\begin{align*}
z &= \frac{i(1-i^{12})}{1-i} \\
&= \frac{i(1-(i^4)^3)}{1-i} \\
&= \frac{i(1-1)}{1-i} \quad \text{(since i^4 = 1)} \\
&= \frac{i(0)}{1-i} \\
&= 0
\end{align*}
Therefore, the answer is .
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