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11.2. Definition of k-Permutation
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- 1.
Calculate P(4, 2).
Hint
Remember to use the factorial formula.
- 2.
What is the value of P(5, 0)?
Hint
Think about the arranged selection of zero elements.
- 3.
How is P(n, k) defined?
Hint
Think about arrangements and selections.
- 4.
True or False: The number of permutations increases when repetitions are allowed.
- True
- False
Hint
Consider how choices change when you can use the same item again.
- 5.
You have 10 different trophies and want to award 3 of them in 3 distinct positions. How many arrangements are possible?
Hint
Remember to account for the order of the awards given.
- 6.
A pizza shop has 5 different toppings. If a customer can choose 2 toppings and repeats are allowed, how many different two-topping combinations can they order?
Hint
Consider the choices available at each selection.
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