Algebra Quiz - Dec 2012 (B)
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What is the number of distinct subgroups of G?

  • 9
  • 4 (correct)
  • 100
  • 3
  • How many distinct ideals does Z/p²qZ have?

  • 3 (correct)
  • 2
  • 4
  • 1
  • Which statement is true regarding the polynomial f with coefficients in F3?

  • It has no roots in F3. (correct)
  • It can be factored into three linear factors over F3.
  • It has roots in F3.
  • It is a product of two irreducible factors of degree 1 over F3.
  • What is the number of distinct prime ideals of the ring < x^5 - 1 >?

    <p>3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which polynomial is irreducible over Z/3?

    <p>f₃(x) is irreducible over Z/3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the structure of the group G where F is a finite field with 9 elements?

    <p>G ∼= Z/3Z × Z/3Z</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many subgroups of order 7 exist in a simple group of order 168?

    <p>7</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the smallest positive integer in the set {24x + 60y + 2000z | x, y, z ∈ Z}?

    <p>4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true about the multiplicative group G of 2n-th roots of unity?

    <p>G is cyclic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following rings is a Principal Ideal Domain (PID)?

    <p>Z[x]</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be said about the irreducible elements of the ring R of entire functions?

    <p>They can be formed as z − α where α ∈ C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the degree of the field extension Q(√2, √4√2, √8√2) over Q?

    <p>4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding the polynomial $x^3 - 312312x + 123123$ being irreducible in F[x]?

    <p>It is irreducible in F3 with 3 elements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What relation exists between a and b for the splitting field F of x^7 - 2 over Q?

    <p>a = 7, b = 6</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which property holds concerning the permutations σ = (12)(345) and τ = (123456) in S6?

    <p>&lt;σ&gt; and &lt;τ&gt; are not isomorphic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many orbits exist for the action of the Galois group G on a field with 9 elements?

    <p>5</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For any positive integer m, which of the following statements about φ(m) is necessarily true?

    <p>φ(n) divides n for every positive integer n.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following groups is S3 ⊕ (Z/2Z) isomorphic to?

    <p>Z/6Z ⊕ Z/2Z</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Given a prime number p ≤ n, what is the order of the subgroup K2,4 in the alternating group A4?

    <p>|K2,4| = 12</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be concluded about the polynomial $f_n(x) = x^{n-1} + x^{n-2} + ext{...} + x + 1$ for a positive integer n?

    <p>$f_p(x)$ is irreducible in Q[x] for every prime integer p.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which property does the ring R = Z[√−5] not satisfy?

    <p>R is not a unique factorization domain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many subfields K of L, where L = Q(√2, ω) with ω being a complex number such that ω³ = 1 and ω ≠ 1, exist such that Q ⊆ K ⊆ L?

    <p>3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true about the last two digits of the number 781?

    <p>The last two digits are 07.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the order of K2,5 in the alternating group A5?

    <p>60</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the cardinality of any 3-sylow subgroup in the group of all invertible 4 × 4 matrices with entries in the field of 3 elements?

    <p>81</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If G is a non-abelian group, which of the following orders can G not have?

    <p>25</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about maximal ideals in the polynomial ring R[x] is true?

    <p>I is a maximal ideal iff R[x]/I is a field</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Let G be a group of order 45. Which of the following is guaranteed to exist?

    <p>A subgroup of order 9</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Galois theory, which of the following statements is false?

    <p>All extensions of the rationals Q are algebraic extensions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many subfields does a field with cardinality 2100 have?

    <p>4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the number of abelian groups of order 108 up to isomorphism?

    <p>9</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of a permutation σ: {1, 2, 3, 4, 5} → {1, 2, 3, 4, 5}, which condition is guaranteed if σ⁻¹(j) ≤ σ(j) for all j?

    <p>The set {k | σ(k) ≠ k} has an even number of elements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding the properties of elements in a ring R?

    <p>A non-zero element of R can be neither a unit nor a zero divisor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of principal ideal domains, which of the following statements is accurate?

    <p>R has finitely many prime ideals if R is a principal ideal domain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be concluded about the polynomial ring F2[x]?

    <p>Any irreducible polynomial of degree 5 in F2[x] has distinct roots in any algebraic closure of F2.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement correctly describes the relationship between the functions ω(f) and ω(g) in a polynomial ring?

    <p>ω(fg) = ω(f) + ω(g) when R is an integral domain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between ideals and prime ideals in a polynomial ring over complex numbers?

    <p>I can be neither a prime ideal nor a maximal ideal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be inferred about Z[x] in terms of principal ideal domains?

    <p>Z[x] is a unique factorization domain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many integers from 100 to 999 are not divisible by 3 or 5?

    <p>360</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the remainder when 162016 is divided by 9?

    <p>3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Number Theory and Polynomials

    • The last two digits of 781 are a focus on numerical properties.
    • Polynomial irreducibility is examined in different finite fields, such as F3, F7, and F13.
    • A polynomial (x^3 - 312312x + 123123) can be irreducible in certain fields but may factor over the rationals.

    Field Extensions and Subfields

    • The field ( \mathbb{Q}(2, \omega) ), where ( \omega ) is a primitive cube root of unity, can have multiple subfields.
    • The subfield count varies based on the structure of the extension, underlining relationships in Galois theory.

    Euler's Totient Function

    • The function ( \phi(m) ) counts integers coprime with ( m ), with specific properties:
      • ( \phi(n) ) divides ( n ).
      • The relationship between ( n ) and ( \phi(an - 1) ) depends on whether ( \gcd(a,n) = 1 ).

    Group Theory and Sylow Subgroups

    • The alternating group ( A_n ) includes ( p )-Sylow subgroups, relevant for understanding symmetry in permutations.
    • The orders of these subgroups play a crucial role in classifying group structures.

    Polynomial Factorization

    • Specific polynomials like ( f_n(x) = x^{n-1} + ... + 1 ) exhibit irreducibility under certain conditions, especially for prime values of ( n ).
    • The irreducibility of generated polynomials in fields like ( \mathbb{Q} ) and its extensions can be tested using roots and factors.

    Integral Domains and Unique Factorization

    • The ring ( R = \mathbb{Z}[\sqrt{-5}] ) raises questions about prime and irreducible elements, including unique factorization domains (UFD).
    • Non-UFD status implies multiple integer factorizations, complicating number theory.

    Finite Fields and Galois Theory

    • Subfields and the nature of finite fields, such as ( F_9 ), provide insight into underlying structures.
    • The Galois group action on these fields demonstrates the relationship between field extensions and group theory.

    Group Orders and Conjugacy Classes

    • The counting of subgroups in a group of order 168 indicates nuanced relationships involving Sylow's theorems.
    • The conjugacy classes in ( S_6 ) are determined by cycle types and permutation structures.

    Matrix Groups and Their Properties

    • The structure and order of Sylow subgroups in matrix groups highlight group theoretic principles and dimensional properties.

    Integral Domains and Prime Ideals

    • Conditions for maximal and prime ideals in polynomial rings clarify the relationships between ideals and factorization in ring theory.
    • Fundamental principles of rings allow for analyses distinguishing units from zero divisors within polynomials.

    Applications in Combinatorics and Set Theory

    • Iterations through extensive element sets highlight patterns in divisibility and congruence.
    • Number properties and relations within set theory grant insights into higher mathematical principles.

    Key Questions in Abstract Algebra

    • The properties of particular polynomial representations in different bases prompt further exploration into abstract algebra concepts.
    • Statistically significant findings drive investigations into more generalized mathematical patterns.

    Final Observations

    • The diverse range of topics from number theory, field extensions, group theory, and polynomial properties showcases the complexity of modern algebra.
    • Engaging with these varied concepts enhances overall understanding and application in both theoretical and practical contexts.

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    Test your knowledge on algebraic concepts with this quiz covering polynomial irreducibility and complex numbers. Dive into practical problems that challenge your understanding of fields and their properties. Perfect for students preparing for advanced mathematics assessments!

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