What is the significance of Op(G) in finite groups with a prime order?

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The discussion centers on the significance of Op(G) in finite groups with a prime order, specifically addressing its properties as a normal p-subgroup. The user successfully proved that Op(G) is a normal p-subgroup and that every normal p-subgroup of G is contained within Op(G). However, they seek assistance in proving that Op(G] ) = {1}, where G] = G/Op(G). The conversation highlights the importance of understanding the structure of p-sylow groups in finite group theory.

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Let G be a finite group of order n and let p be a prime number that divides n.
Let's mark as Op(G) as the intersection of all p-sylow groups of G.

1. Prove that Op(G) is a normal p-subgroup in G. -I've managed to prove it..
2. Prove that every normal p-subgroup of G is contained in Op(G) -I've managed to prove this also...
3. Let's mark: G] = G/Op(G). Prove that Op(G] ) ={1} -I have no idea about this...
Help is needed :(

Tnx

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Use the correspondence between subgroups of [tex]G/O_p(G)[/tex] and subgroups of [tex]G[/tex] containing [tex]O_p(G)[/tex].
 
I've managed to prove it on my own...TNX anyway
 

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