What is the proof for Byron's Conjecture? Define Znx and prove its properties.

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The discussion revolves around Byron's Conjecture and the properties of the set defined as Znx, which consists of integers k in Zn that are coprime to n. Participants are asked to prove that Znx forms a group under multiplication modulo n and to establish the conditions under which elements of Zn are invertible.

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  • Post 1 introduces the set Znx and requests proofs regarding its properties as a group under multiplication modulo n and the invertibility of its elements.
  • Post 2 questions the clarity of the initial question posed regarding Byron's Conjecture.
  • Post 3 suggests using the equation ak + bn = 1 for some integers a and b to demonstrate the invertibility of elements in Znx.
  • Post 4 provides a LaTeX representation of the set notation, indicating a preference for clearer mathematical formatting.

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The discussion does not appear to reach a consensus on the proofs or the clarity of the question, with some participants seeking clarification while others propose methods for proof.

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prove Byron's Conjecture. Define the set
Znx={k∈Zn but not including zero :gcd(k; n) = 1}
(a) Prove that Znx is a group under multiplication (mod n).
(b) Prove that an element a∈Zn is invertible in Zn (with respect to multiplication (mod n)) if and only if a∈Znx

Znx x should be above n . i don't know how to type
 
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Use the fact that you can write out ak + bn = 1 for some integers a,b to show the elements are invertible.
 
LaTeX: [itex]\mathbb{Z}_n^{\times}[/itex] ... use the "Quote" button to see it.
 

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