CAIE S1 2003 November — Question 6

Exam BoardCAIE
ModuleS1 (Statistics 1)
Year2003
SessionNovember
TopicCombinations & Selection

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  1. A collection of 18 books contains one Harry Potter book. Linda is going to choose 6 of these books to take on holiday.
    1. In how many ways can she choose 6 books?
    2. How many of these choices will include the Harry Potter book?
  2. In how many ways can 5 boys and 3 girls stand in a straight line
    1. if there are no restrictions,
    2. if the boys stand next to each other?