COMEDK2022MathematicsBinomial Theorem
If ^n C₃=220 , then n= ?
Options
- A11
- B12
- C10
- D9
Correct answer
B. 12
Step-by-step solution
The formula for the combination is ^ n C_ r = n! r!(n-r)! . Given ^ n C₃ = 220 , we have n(n-1)(n-2) 3 2 1 = 220 . n(n-1)(n-2) = 220 6 = 1320 . We look for three consecutive integers whose product is 1320 . Testing values: 10 9 8 = 720 11 10 9 = 990 12 11 10 = 1320 . Therefore, n = 12 . Answer: 12