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If 12 school teams are participating in a quiz contest, then the number of ways the first, second and third positions may be won is

Select Your Answer (Keyboard: A, B, C, D)
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✅ Option B — 1,320

All Options:

  • A1,250
  • B1,320 ✓
  • C3,210
  • Dnone of these

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MTP May 20

About This Chapter: Permutations and Combinations

Paper

Paper 3: Quantitative Aptitude

Weightage

4-6 Marks

Key Topics

Factorials, Permutations, Combinations

This chapter deals with the fundamental principles of counting. It covers factorials, circular permutations, restricted permutations, combinations, and the differences between selecting items versus arranging them.

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Exam Strategy Tip

The most common mistake is confusing 'P' (Arrangement) with 'C' (Selection). If order matters (like opening a lock), use P. If order doesn't matter (like choosing a team), use C.

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