Solving Diophantine Equations Involving GCD and Divisibility

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To prove that ab|n given gcd(a,b)=1 and a|n, b|n, one can start from the equation ax + by = 1 for integers x and y. Multiplying this equation by n leads to n = nax + nby, which utilizes the divisibility of n by both a and b. The discussion highlights the importance of leveraging the properties of gcd and divisibility in the proof. Additionally, a related problem regarding the oddness of (2n)!/(2^n*n!) is mentioned, suggesting that expansion might aid in finding a solution. The focus remains on the foundational principles of number theory in solving these types of equations.
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Homework Statement


Suppose that gcd(a,b)=1 and that a|n and b|n. Prove that ab|n.


Homework Equations


Since we know that gcd(a,b)=1, we can say that ax+by=1 for some x,y as elements of the integer set.


The Attempt at a Solution


My professor said I should multiply the entire equation by n, but I still can't figure it out. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.
 
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I also have another problem that takes priority over this one if anybody can help.

Prove that (2n)!/(2^n*n!) is an odd number when n is a nonnegative integer.
 
If you multiply the equation by n, you get n=nax+nby. Now use the fact that both a & b divide n.

For your second problem, have you tried expanding (2n)!/(2^n*n!) out?
 
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