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Let $G$ be a group, $N, M$ normal subgroups with $N \cap M = {1}$ and $G = NM$. I know $N$ is a characteristic subgroup of $G$. How could I show that $M$ is characteristic as well?
Thank you.

P.S.: I also know that G is Abelian, but perhaps this fact isn't needed!?

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    Well, if $\,G\,$ is abelian then any subgroup is normal, so why is that even mentioned?2012-12-05
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    Because the statement would be a lot stronger if that wasn't needed.2012-12-05

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