WAEC Further Mathematics 2016 Question 14

Question 14

Permutations and Combinations

Given that n = 3, evaluate 1/(n − 1)! − 1/(n + 1)!

  1. A.12
  2. B.2½
  3. C.2
  4. D.11/24
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (11/24)

Explanation

1/2! − 1/4! = 1/2 − 1/24 = 11/24.