Let S= \ {-1} and define an operation on S by a*b = a + b + ab. Prove that (S,*) is an abelian group.

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Chapter3: Groups
Section3.2: Properties Of Group Elements
Problem 18E: Let a and b be elements of a group G. Prove that G is abelian if and only if (ab)2=a2b2.
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Let S= \ {-1} and define an operation on S by a*b = a + b + ab. Prove that (S,*) is an abelian group.

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