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Let R be any fixed rotation and F any fixed reflection in a dihedralgroup. Prove that FRkF = R-k. Why does this imply that Dn isnon-Abelian?

Elements Of Modern Algebra

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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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