Math Problem Statement

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Let (G, ∘) be a group. a) Show that for all x, y in G, (x ∘ y)^(-1) = y^(-1) ∘ x^(-1). b) Find a group (G, ∘) and elements x, y in G such that (x ∘ y)^(-1) ≠ x^(-1) ∘ y^(-1). c) Let f, f' ∈ G satisfy f ∘ g = g and g ∘ f' = g for all g ∈ G. Show that f = f' is the neutral element of G.

Solution

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Problem 1 (10 points)
Let (G,)(G, \circ) be a group.

a) Show that for all x,yGx, y \in G the following holds:
(xy)1=y1x1.(x \circ y)^{-1} = y^{-1} \circ x^{-1}.

b) Find a group (G,)(G, \circ) and elements x,yGx, y \in G such that
(xy)1x1y1.(x \circ y)^{-1} \neq x^{-1} \circ y^{-1}.

c) Let f,fGf, f' \in G be elements that satisfy the equations
fg=gandgf=gf \circ g = g \quad \text{and} \quad g \circ f' = g for all gGg \in G. Show that f=ff = f' is the neutral element of the group GG.


Would you like detailed solutions or explanations for any part? Here are 5 questions that expand on this topic:

  1. What is the general property of inverses in a group?
  2. How can you construct a group where (xy)1x1y1(x \circ y)^{-1} \neq x^{-1} \circ y^{-1}?
  3. What is the significance of the neutral element in group theory?
  4. How do left and right inverses relate to each other in a group?
  5. Can you provide other examples where fg=gf \circ g = g leads to identifying the neutral element?

Tip: Always verify group axioms (closure, associativity, identity, and inverses) when working with unfamiliar groups.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Group Theory
Inverse Elements
Neutral Element

Formulas

(x ∘ y)^(-1) = y^(-1) ∘ x^(-1)
f ∘ g = g and g ∘ f' = g

Theorems

Properties of Group Inverses
Definition of Neutral Element

Suitable Grade Level

Undergraduate