# Generation of finite simple groups by two Sylow subgroups

- Reference: `kourovka-21-25-generation-of-finite-simple-groups-by-two-sylow-subgroups`
- Page: https://theoremdb.org/statements/kourovka-21-25-generation-of-finite-simple-groups-by-two-sylow-subgroups
- Record maturity: Reviewed problem

## Problem

Let \(G\) be a finite simple group, and let \(p_1,p_2\) be prime divisors of \(|G|\), possibly equal. Can one choose Sylow \(p_i\)-subgroups \(H_i\) such that \(G=\langle H_1,H_2\rangle\)? This is Kourovka Notebook Problem \(21.25\).

## Status

The reviewed record remains open.

## Work

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## References

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