Let R be a commutative ring and let x, y ∈ R. If xy is a zero divisor, show that x or y is a zero divisor.

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Chapter5: Rings, Integral Domains, And Fields
Section5.1: Definition Of A Ring
Problem 37E: 37. Let and be elements in a ring. If is a zero divisor, prove that either or is a zero...
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 Let R be a commutative ring and let x, y ∈ R. If xy is a zero divisor, show that x or y
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