Author

Min Hu Ngui

Date of Award

1-1-2012

Thesis Type

masters

Document Type

Thesis

Divisions

science

Department

Institute of Mathematical Sciences

Institution

University of Malaya

Abstract

One of the old problems in abelian group theory is the following: When is a Torsion-free Abelian Group Free Abelian? This problem has been attacked by many mathematicians. However, until now, we can only have certain criteria under which a torsion-free abelian group is free abelian. A satisfactory answer to this problem has yet to emerge. In this thesis, we will study this problem. We will start with a literature review on the recent development of this problem and present some new results.

Note

Dissertation submitted in fulfilment of the requirement for the degree of Master of Science

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