Math Problem Statement

Let H be a subgroup of order 8 of the integer group 24. List the elements of H.

Solution

In this problem, we need to find a subgroup HH of order 8 in the group Z24\mathbb{Z}_{24}, which is the group of integers modulo 24 under addition.

Step 1: Understanding Z24\mathbb{Z}_{24}

The group Z24\mathbb{Z}_{24} consists of the elements: Z24={0,1,2,3,,23}\mathbb{Z}_{24} = \{0, 1, 2, 3, \ldots, 23\} with addition performed modulo 24.

Step 2: Identifying Subgroups

The order of a subgroup HH in Z24\mathbb{Z}_{24} must divide the order of the group Z24\mathbb{Z}_{24}, which is 24. Thus, a subgroup of order 8 is possible.

Subgroups in Z24\mathbb{Z}_{24} are generated by elements whose orders divide 24. To have a subgroup of order 8, we need an element gg whose order is 3, since 24/3=824/3 = 8.

Step 3: Generating Subgroup of Order 8

The element of order 3 that generates a subgroup of order 8 is g=3g = 3.

The elements of the subgroup generated by 33 in Z24\mathbb{Z}_{24} are: H=3={0,3,6,9,12,15,18,21}H = \langle 3 \rangle = \{0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18, 21\}

Answer:

The elements of the subgroup HH of order 8 in Z24\mathbb{Z}_{24} are: {0,3,6,9,12,15,18,21}\{0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18, 21\}

Do you want details or have any questions?

Here are some related questions:

  1. How do you find the order of an element in a cyclic group?
  2. Can you list all subgroups of Z24\mathbb{Z}_{24}?
  3. What is the significance of the greatest common divisor in finding subgroups of cyclic groups?
  4. How many distinct subgroups of order 8 are there in Z24\mathbb{Z}_{24}?
  5. What is the connection between cyclic subgroups and generators?
  6. What are cosets in the context of the group Z24\mathbb{Z}_{24}?
  7. How do we prove that H=3H = \langle 3 \rangle is indeed a subgroup of order 8?
  8. What is the role of Lagrange's Theorem in determining subgroup orders?

Tip: In cyclic groups, any subgroup is also cyclic, and its order is a divisor of the group’s order.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Group Theory
Subgroups
Cyclic Groups
Modular Arithmetic

Formulas

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Theorems

Lagrange's Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Advanced Undergraduate