NDA2019MathematicsPermutation and CombinationActual
There are 10 points in a plane. No three of these points are in a straight line. What is the total number of straight lines which can be formed by joining the points?
Options
- A90
- B45
- C40
- D30
Correct answer
B. 45
Step-by-step solution
A straight line can be formed by joining 2 points. Total number of straight lines = ¹⁰ C ₂= 10 9 2 1 =45