Let G be a group. Prove that (ab)1= a"b-1 for all a and b in G if and only if G is abelian

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Chapter4: More On Groups
Section4.6: Quotient Groups
Problem 30E: Let G be a group with center Z(G)=C. Prove that if G/C is cyclic, then G is abelian.
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Let G be a group. Prove that (ab)1= a"b-1 for all a and b in G if and only if G is
abelian
Transcribed Image Text:Let G be a group. Prove that (ab)1= a"b-1 for all a and b in G if and only if G is abelian
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