Let G be a group that has even order. Prove that there exists at least one element a E G suc that a + e and - a1

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Chapter3: Groups
Section3.3: Subgroups
Problem 25E: Let G be a group and Z(G) its center. Prove or disprove that if ab is in Z(G), then ab=ba.
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Let G be a group that has even order. Prove that there exists at least one element a e G such
that a + e and a =
a'.
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