6. Let F be a field and suppose that y : F → F is a map from F to F that satisfies the property p(ab) = 4(a)p(b) for all a, b E F. Show that p(1) is either 0 or 1. (Hint: 1=1·1.)

Elements Of Modern Algebra
8th Edition
ISBN:9781285463230
Author:Gilbert, Linda, Jimmie
Publisher:Gilbert, Linda, Jimmie
Chapter8: Polynomials
Section8.3: Factorization In F [x]
Problem 5E: Let F be a field and f(x)=a0+a1x+...+anxnF[x]. Prove that x1 is a factor of f(x) if and only if...
icon
Related questions
Question

Please solve this question with a good explanation. It is Linear Algebra question.

6. Let F be a field and suppose that y : F → F is a map from F to F that
satisfies the property p(ab) = 4(a)p(b) for all a, b E F. Show that p(1)
is either 0 or 1. (Hint: 1=1·1.)
Transcribed Image Text:6. Let F be a field and suppose that y : F → F is a map from F to F that satisfies the property p(ab) = 4(a)p(b) for all a, b E F. Show that p(1) is either 0 or 1. (Hint: 1=1·1.)
Expert Solution
steps

Step by step

Solved in 2 steps with 2 images

Blurred answer
Knowledge Booster
Linear Equations
Learn more about
Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, advanced-math and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.
Similar questions
  • SEE MORE QUESTIONS
Recommended textbooks for you
Elements Of Modern Algebra
Elements Of Modern Algebra
Algebra
ISBN:
9781285463230
Author:
Gilbert, Linda, Jimmie
Publisher:
Cengage Learning,