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- Jan 26, 2012
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Here's this week's problem.
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Problem: Let $\theta$ be a root of $x^3-3x+1$. Prove that the splitting field of this polynomial is $\mathbb{Q}(\theta)$ and that the Galois group is cyclic of order $3$. In particular the other roots of this polynomial can be written in the form $a+b\theta+c\theta^2$ for some $a,b,c\in\mathbb{Q}$. Determine the other roots explicitly in terms of $\theta$.
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Remember to read the POTW submission guidelines to find out how to submit your answers!
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Problem: Let $\theta$ be a root of $x^3-3x+1$. Prove that the splitting field of this polynomial is $\mathbb{Q}(\theta)$ and that the Galois group is cyclic of order $3$. In particular the other roots of this polynomial can be written in the form $a+b\theta+c\theta^2$ for some $a,b,c\in\mathbb{Q}$. Determine the other roots explicitly in terms of $\theta$.
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Remember to read the POTW submission guidelines to find out how to submit your answers!