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Q61
How many ways can 3 identical pens be distributed among 5 persons?
  • A A) 10
  • B B) 15
  • C C) 20
  • D D) 25
Answer: Option B
Explanation: (n + r - 1)C(r) = (5 + 3 - 1)C(3) = 7C3 = 35.
Q62
The number of diagonals in a polygon of 10 sides isβ€”
  • A A) 35
  • B B) 40
  • C C) 45
  • D D) 50
Answer: Option A
Explanation: nC2 – n = 45 - 10 = 35.
Q63
How many ways can 12 students be divided into two groups of 6 each?
  • A A) 924
  • B B) 462
  • C C) 1848
  • D D) 1008
Answer: Option B
Explanation: 12C6 / 2 = 924 / 2 = 462.
Q64
In how many ways can 3 boys be seated in 3 chairs if one boy always sits in the middle?
  • A A) 2
  • B B) 4
  • C C) 6
  • D D) 12
Answer: Option A
Explanation: Fix one, arrange 2 others β†’ 2! = 2.
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