If G is a finite group with an even order, then there exists an element a in G such that the order of a is 2. This means that a squared (a^2) equals the identity element of the group. The discussion references Cauchy's Theorem, which supports the conclusion that the existence of such an element implies that a is its own inverse. Furthermore, if no other elements possess this property, the remaining elements of the group can be paired with their inverses.
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Yes, that means that a^2 is the identity. And that, in turn, means that a is its own inverse.halvizo1031 said:Homework Statement
If G is a finite groups whose order is even, then there exists an element a in G whose order is 2/
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does this mean that a^2 is the identity? how can i prove this? Also, would't this make G cyclic?