1) In a group G, let a and b be two elements such that a b-ba, o(a)-4 and o(b)-5. Prove that n = {e}. Then deduce that o(ab)-20.

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1) In a group G, let a and b be two elements such that a b-ba, o(a)-4 and o(b)-5.
Prove that < a>n<b> = {e}. Then deduce that o(ab)-20.
2) Prove that a group G of order 77 is Abelian.
Transcribed Image Text:1) In a group G, let a and b be two elements such that a b-ba, o(a)-4 and o(b)-5. Prove that < a>n<b> = {e}. Then deduce that o(ab)-20. 2) Prove that a group G of order 77 is Abelian.
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