WAEC Further Mathematics 2018 Question 20

Question 20

Permutations and Combinations

In how many ways can the letters of the word 'ELECTIVE' be arranged?

  1. A.336
  2. B.1680
  3. C.6720
  4. D.20160
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (6720)

Explanation

8 letters with E three times: 8!/3! = 6720.