Math Problem Statement

Order of the group 20

Solution

To determine the order of the multiplicative group modulo 2020, denoted as (Z/20Z)(\mathbb{Z}/20\mathbb{Z})^*, we need to calculate Euler's totient function ϕ(20)\phi(20).

  1. First, find the prime factorization of 20: 20=22×520 = 2^2 \times 5

  2. Use the formula for Euler's totient function ϕ(n)\phi(n): ϕ(20)=20(112)(115)\phi(20) = 20 \left(1 - \frac{1}{2}\right)\left(1 - \frac{1}{5}\right)

  3. Simplify the expression: ϕ(20)=20×12×45=20×410=8\phi(20) = 20 \times \frac{1}{2} \times \frac{4}{5} = 20 \times \frac{4}{10} = 8

So, the order of the multiplicative group (Z/20Z)(\mathbb{Z}/20\mathbb{Z})^* is 8.

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Here are some related questions you might consider:

  1. What are the elements of the multiplicative group modulo 20?
  2. How do you calculate ϕ(n)\phi(n) for numbers with more complex prime factorizations?
  3. How does the structure of (Z/20Z)(\mathbb{Z}/20\mathbb{Z})^* compare to that of other groups like (Z/21Z)(\mathbb{Z}/21\mathbb{Z})^*?
  4. How can you determine the generators of the group (Z/20Z)(\mathbb{Z}/20\mathbb{Z})^*?
  5. What is the significance of the Euler's totient function in cryptography?

Tip: Understanding the structure of the multiplicative group modulo nn is crucial in areas like cryptography, where the group order plays a key role in algorithms like RSA.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Number Theory
Euler's Totient Function
Modular Arithmetic
Group Theory

Formulas

Euler's totient function formula

Theorems

Properties of Euler's totient function

Suitable Grade Level

Advanced High School