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Combinations refer to selecting items from a collection where order does not matter, calculated using the formula C(n, r) = n! / [r!(n-r)!]. Common examples include selecting marbles, books, or chocolates, with practical applications in team selection, reading lists, and lotteries. Understanding combinations is essential for solving real-life problems in mathematics and decision-making.

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Combinations Presentation

Combinations refer to selecting items from a collection where order does not matter, calculated using the formula C(n, r) = n! / [r!(n-r)!]. Common examples include selecting marbles, books, or chocolates, with practical applications in team selection, reading lists, and lotteries. Understanding combinations is essential for solving real-life problems in mathematics and decision-making.

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Combinations Involving Objects

Examples and Applications in Daily


Life
What is a Combination?
• A combination is a way of selecting items from
a collection, where the order does not matter.
Formula for Combination
• The number of ways to choose r objects from
n objects is given by:

• C(n, r) = n! / [r!(n-r)!]
Common Objects Used in
Combinations
• - Marbles
• - Pens
• - Books
• - Coins
• - Playing Cards
• - Fruits
• - Flowers
• - Chocolates
• - Toys
Example Problem
• A box contains 10 different chocolates. How
many ways can you select 3 chocolates?

• Solution:
• C(10, 3) = 10! / (3!(10-3)!) = 120 ways
Real-Life Applications of
Combinations
• - Selecting a team from a group of students
• - Choosing books for a reading list
• - Forming a committee
• - Lottery and lucky draws
• - Selecting gifts from a set
Conclusion
• Combinations are useful in various fields like
mathematics, probability, and everyday
decision-making. Understanding how to
calculate combinations helps in solving real-
life problems efficiently.

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