Interactive Mathematics Experience
n!, P(n,r) ordered arrangements, C(n,r) unordered selections
Example 1
P(5,2) = 20 — arrange 2 from 5
Example 2
C(6,2) = 15 — choose 2 from 6
Example 3
C(10,3) = 120 — choose 3 from 10
Example 4
P(4,4) = 24 = 4! — all arrangements
Example 5
C(8,5) = C(8,3) = 56 — symmetry
n (total)
r (chosen)