How do I properly display a term with a subscript on a subscript in LaTeX?

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The discussion centers on displaying a term with a subscript on a subscript in LaTeX, specifically the notation N_i_j. The correct syntax to achieve this is using braces, as demonstrated by the solution N_{i_j}, which renders the desired format without errors. This clarification was provided by a user named Opalg, who emphasized the importance of using braces in LaTeX for proper formatting.

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I just posted on Noetherian Modules in the Linear and Abstract Algebra Forum ...

I wished to display a term with a subscript on a subscript as follows: N_i_j ...

But got an error ... can someone please help ...Peter
 
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Peter said:
I just posted on Noetherian Modules in the Linear and Abstract Algebra Forum ...

I wished to display a term with a subscript on a subscript as follows: N_i_j ...

But got an error ... can someone please help ...Peter
You need to use braces: N_{i_j} gives $N_{i_j}$.
 
Opalg said:
You need to use braces: N_{i_j} gives $N_{i_j}$.
Thanks Opalg ...

Appreciate your help ...

Peter
 

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