Abstract Algebra: Theory and Applications · Problem 14.5.4

The Sylow Theorems — Thomas Judson

Mathematics — Abstract Algebra · group-action-rotation

Problem

Let GG be the additive group of real numbers. Let the action of θ∈G\theta \in G on the real plane R2\mathbb{R}^2 be given by rotating the plane counterclockwise about the origin through θ\theta radians. Let PP be a point on the plane other than the origin. (a) Show that R2\mathbb{R}^2 is a GG-set. (b) Describe geometrically the orbit containing PP. (c) Find the group GPG_P.

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