What is a permutation?
Permutations & Combinations

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A permutation is an arrangement of objects in a specific order. The number of permutations of n distinct objects is n! (n factorial).
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a combination?
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A combination is a selection of objects without regard to the order. The number of combinations of n objects taken r at a time is given by n! / (r!(n-r)!).
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How many ways can 10 players be arranged in a batting order?
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3628800 (10!)
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How many different ways can 6 classes be arranged in a school schedule?
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720 (6!)
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If there are 12 kinds of cookies, how many ways can 3 different kinds be chosen?
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220 (12 choose 3) = 12! / (3!(12-3)!)
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How many different outfits can be made with 5 pairs of pants, 9 shirts, and 6 ties?
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270 (5 * 9 * 6) = 270.
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What is the formula for permutations of n objects taken r at a time?
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P(n, r) = n! / (n-r)!.
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