Practice Easy Computation in Certain Cyclic Groups - 17.2.4 | 17. More Applications of Groups | Discrete Mathematics - Vol 3
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Question 1

Easy

What is the discrete logarithm of the identity element in a cyclic group?

💡 Hint: Recall the properties of group elements.

Question 2

Easy

Explain why every integer except zero can be a generator in Z_p.

💡 Hint: Think about prime properties.

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Question 1

What is the discrete logarithm of an element in a cyclic group?

  • An integer x where g^x = y
  • An element in the group
  • The order of the group

💡 Hint: Consider the definition provided earlier.

Question 2

True or False: The discrete logarithm can be computed easily in any cyclic group.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall the discussion about groups that complicate these calculations.

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Question 1

Analyze the discrete log problem in both easy and hard cyclic groups. Provide examples for each and explain the underlying properties.

💡 Hint: Focus on properties of prime moduli versus composite structures.

Question 2

Given a cyclic group defined by a prime number p, devise a method for securely exchanging keys using the discrete log approach.

💡 Hint: Reflect on the practicality of sending public values openly.

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