Let Z[X] be the ring of polynomials with integer coefficients and let å be the collection of all polynomials whose constant term is even. a. a is an ideal. b. a is a maximal ideal.
Let Z[X] be the ring of polynomials with integer coefficients and let å be the collection of all polynomials whose constant term is even. a. a is an ideal. b. a is a maximal ideal.
Elements Of Modern Algebra
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Chapter8: Polynomials
Section8.4: Zeros Of A Polynomial
Problem 19E
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Transcribed Image Text:Let Z[X] be the ring of polynomials with integer coefficients and let a be the
collection of all polynomials whose constant term is even.
a. a is an ideal.
b. a is a maximal ideal.
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