Solving Algebra Problems with Symmetric Groups and Sylow Subgroups

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In summary, the conversation discusses two problems related to group theory. The first problem involves finding the number of conjugates of a given element in the symmetric group of degree n, and determining the form of elements that commute with this element. The second problem asks to prove that the 11-Sylow subgroup of a group of order 231 is in the center of the group. The person speaking believes they have solved the second problem by showing that the 11-Sylow subgroup is normal and therefore in the center of the group, but is still struggling with the first problem.
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Can anyone help me with these problems?

1. Find the number of conjugates of (1,2)(3,4) in Sn (the symmetric group of degree n) where n >= 4 and find the form of all elements commuting with (1,2)(3,4)in Sn.

2.If G is a group of order 231, prove that the 11-Sylow subgroup is in the center of G.

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I think I figured #2 out by saying that 1 is the only number congruent to 1 mod 11 and that divides 231 therefore the 11-sylow subgroup, N, is normal so xN=Nx for all x in G. Therefore N is in the center of G. I think this works but problem #1 is giving me a lot of trouble.
 

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