Show that the phi function is multiplicative $\phi(mn) = \phi(m)\phi(n)$

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Show that the phi function is multiplicative $$\phi(mn) = \phi(m)\phi(n)$$


Any nice way to prove this without using induction ? The textbook proof looks bit awkward to me, so I am trying to see if it makes sense using other methods. Appreciate any help :D