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Feit–Thompson theorem

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Every finite group of odd order is a solvable group. In particular, a nonabelian simple group has even order and therefore has an involution by Cauchy's theorem for finite groups. This is a deep theorem, not an elementary consequence of the Sylow theorems.

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  • Past exam of the mathematics course of the University of Cambridge / 2018 / iii / Paper 138 / 2 / c / Solution

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