NDA2018MathematicsPermutation and CombinationActual
How many numbers between 100 and 1000 can be formed with the digits 5,6,7,8,9 , if the repetition of digits is not allowed?
Options
- A3^5
- B5^3
- C120
- D60
Correct answer
D. 60
Step-by-step solution
Number between 100 and 1000 are 3-digit numbers. It is given that the digits should not be repeated. Number of given digits =5 . In a 3-digit number, first number can be arranged in 5 ways. Second number in 4 ways. Third number in 3 ways. Numbers that can be formed =5 4 3=60