Math Problem Statement
[ \binom{7}{2} \times 2! = \frac{7!}{2!(7-2)!} \times 2 = \frac{7 \times 6}{2 \times 1} \times 2 = 21 \times 2 = 42 ]
Solution
Your equation is correct. Here's a breakdown of the calculation for clarity:
- The binomial coefficient is defined as:
- Simplifying :
- Now, calculate :
- The binomial coefficient becomes:
- Finally, you multiply by (which is ):
Thus, the final result is .
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Here are some related questions for further practice:
- How would you compute ?
- What is the value of ?
- How do you calculate for any general and ?
- What is the factorial of 7 and how do you simplify ?
- How does the binomial coefficient change if you swap and ?
Tip: The binomial coefficient formula counts the number of ways to choose elements from a set of elements without regard to order.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Combinatorics
Factorials
Formulas
\binom{n}{r} = \frac{n!}{r!(n-r)!}
r! = r \times (r-1) \times ... \times 1
Theorems
Binomial Coefficient
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12