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5P2 =

Answer: 20.

  • A 10
  • B 20
  • C 15
  • D 25

Correct answer: B. 20

Explanation: 5P2 = 5!/(5-2)! = 5!/3! = 5×4 = 20.

StartABCBCACAB6 ordered outcomes (permutations); pairing AB/BA etc gives 3 combinations

Counting tree for selecting 2 items from {A, B, C} without repetition: 3 x 2 = 6 ordered arrangements.

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Counting, arrangements, and selections

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