Question
Mathematics Question on permutations and combinations
8 persons has to travel from A to B in 3 allotted cars. If a car can carry maximum 3 persons. Then find the number of ways they can travel.
A
1880
B
1800
C
1680
D
1600
Answer
1680
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (C): 1680
C1 C2 C3
3 3 2 →
Total 3!3!2!2!8! groups
So , they can travel in
3!3!2!2!8!×31 ways
=1680