NDA2021MathematicsPermutation and CombinationActual
In how many ways can a team of 5 players be selected from 8 players so as not to include a particular player?
Options
- A42
- B35
- C21
- D20
Correct answer
C. 21
Step-by-step solution
Total number of players (excluding one particular player) =8-1=7 . Required number of ways of selection = ^7 C₅=21 .