E. Let o : R+ → R* under multiplication be given by o(x) = |x|. 1. Show that is a homomorphism. 2. Find Ker(ø).

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Problem 26E: Prove that the cancellation law for multiplication holds in Z. That is, if xy=xz and x0, then y=z.
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E. Let o: R+ -→ R+ under multiplication be given by o(x) = |a|.-
1. Show that is a homomorphism.
2. Find Ker(ø).
Transcribed Image Text:E. Let o: R+ -→ R+ under multiplication be given by o(x) = |a|.- 1. Show that is a homomorphism. 2. Find Ker(ø).
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