3. (a) Find a unit in Z[√2] which is not equal to 1 or -1. Hint: Use 1 (b). (b) (*) Show that Z[√2] has infinitely many units.

Algebra & Trigonometry with Analytic Geometry
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Chapter3: Functions And Graphs
Section3.4: Definition Of Function
Problem 51E
Question
3. (a) Find a unit in Z[√2] which is not equal to 1 or -1. Hint: Use 1 (b).
(b) (*) Show that Z[√2] has infinitely many units.
Transcribed Image Text:3. (a) Find a unit in Z[√2] which is not equal to 1 or -1. Hint: Use 1 (b). (b) (*) Show that Z[√2] has infinitely many units.
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