Contemporary Abstract Algebra

9th Edition

ISBN: 9781337249560

Author: Joseph Gallian

Publisher: Cengage Learning US

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Chapter 2, Problem 35E

Let a, b, and c be elements of a group. Solve the equation a x b = c for x. Solve a − 1 x a = c for x.

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Chapter 2, Problem 34E

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