Let : R→ R' be a homomorphism of commutative rings with unity. Suppose that ker() contains at least two distinct elements. Prove that is not 1-1.

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Let : R→ R' be a homomorphism of commutative rings with unity. Suppose that ker() contains
at least two distinct elements. Prove that is not 1-1.
Transcribed Image Text:Let : R→ R' be a homomorphism of commutative rings with unity. Suppose that ker() contains at least two distinct elements. Prove that is not 1-1.
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