Let \( {R}[X^2, X^3] \) be the subring of \( {R}[X] \) generated by \( X^2 \) and \( X^3 \). Consider the following statements:
1. The ring \( {R}[X^2, X^3] \) is a unique factorization domain.
2. The ring \( {R}[X^2, X^3] \) is a principal ideal domain.
Which one of the following is correct?
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For domain-related problems, verify integral closure for UFD and the ideal structure for PID.
Step 1: Analyzing the unique factorization domain (UFD).
The subring \( {R}[X^2, X^3] \) is not a unique factorization domain because it is not integrally closed. This property is essential for UFDs.
Step 2: Analyzing the principal ideal domain (PID).
The subring \( {R}[X^2, X^3] \) is not a principal ideal domain because it is not a free polynomial ring in one variable and hence does not satisfy the condition for every ideal to be principal.
Step 3: Conclusion.
Both statements are false. The correct answer is \( {(4)} \).