Math Problem Statement
Evaluate the following expression. Express your answer as a fraction or a decimal number rounded to four decimal places.
11C7/11P3
Solution
To evaluate the expression , we need to first compute and .
Step 1: Compute
The combination formula is given by:
For , we substitute and :
Now, calculating the factorials:
The cancels out:
So, .
Step 2: Compute
The permutation formula is given by:
For , we substitute and :
Now, calculating the factorials:
The cancels out:
So, .
Step 3: Compute the final expression
Now we substitute the values of and :
Thus, the value of the expression is or .
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Here are 5 related questions you might find interesting:
- What is the difference between combinations and permutations?
- How would the result change if the expression was ?
- Can you explain how factorials play a role in counting combinations and permutations?
- What is and how does it relate to ?
- How can you generalize the combination and permutation formulas for any and ?
Tip: When working with combinations and permutations, simplify factorials by canceling common terms to make calculations easier!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Combinations
Permutations
Factorials
Basic Arithmetic
Formulas
nCk = n! / (k!(n-k)!)
nPk = n! / (n-k)!
Theorems
The combination formula
The permutation formula
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12