Let G be a non-abelian group of order pq with p,q prime and p<q. Prove that G had exactly q+1 nontrivial proper subgroups.
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Since G is non-abelian, it cannot be a cyclic group. Therefore, G cannot be isomorphic to the cyclic group of order pq. Show more…
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