Is the set of numbers described below a group under the given operation? Even integers; addition O Yes O No

Elements Of Modern Algebra
8th Edition
ISBN:9781285463230
Author:Gilbert, Linda, Jimmie
Publisher:Gilbert, Linda, Jimmie
Chapter3: Groups
Section3.4: Cyclic Groups
Problem 32E: If a is an element of order m in a group G and ak=e, prove that m divides k.
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Is the set of numbers described below a group under the given operation?
Even integers; addition
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Transcribed Image Text:Is the set of numbers described below a group under the given operation? Even integers; addition Yes No
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A set is called group on binary operation if

a) It is closed

b) It is associative

c) It has identity element

d) each element has an inverse

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