Practice Applications Of The Alternate Form (22.1.6) - Counting Using Principle of Inclusion-Exclusion
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Applications of the Alternate Form

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Question 1 Easy

What is the formula for finding the size of the union of two sets using inclusion-exclusion?

💡 Hint: Think about over-counting common elements.

Question 2 Easy

Define what a derivation means in mathematics.

💡 Hint: Consider the example of hats being swapped among people.

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Question 1

What principle is used to handle overlapping sets when counting their union?

Inclusion-Exclusion
Fundamental Counting
Permutations

💡 Hint: Recall the correction method for common elements.

Question 2

Is a derangement possible for 1 object?

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the nature of placement with just one option.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Calculate the number of derangements for a set of 5 elements.

💡 Hint: Use the formula derived from inclusion-exclusion.

Challenge 2 Hard

Determine the number of distinct ways to group 7 people into 3 distinct teams, ensuring each team has at least one member.

💡 Hint: Think about how to assign members while avoiding empty groups.

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