Let G and H be groups, and let N be a normal subgroup of G. Decide whether each of the following two statements is true or false. Give a proof or a counterexample in each case. (a) The group G × H is abelian if and only if G and H are both abelian. (b) The group G/N is abelian if and only if both G and N are abelian.

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Let G and H be groups, and let N be a normal subgroup of G. Decide
whether each of the following two statements is true or false. Give a proof
or a counterexample in each case.
(a) The group G × H is abelian if and only if G and H are both abelian.
(b) The group G/N is abelian if and only if both G and N are abelian.
Transcribed Image Text:Let G and H be groups, and let N be a normal subgroup of G. Decide whether each of the following two statements is true or false. Give a proof or a counterexample in each case. (a) The group G × H is abelian if and only if G and H are both abelian. (b) The group G/N is abelian if and only if both G and N are abelian.
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