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Which of the following notations could be used to determine the total number of possible ways in which the three major positions be filled? A. P(15,3) B. C(15,3) C. P(500,3) D. C(500,3)

A First Course in Probability (10th Edition)

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Chapter1: Combinatorial Analysis

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During the General Parent-Teacher Assembly, with a total of 500 attendees, 15 were elected as Board of Directors. Three of the major positions are to be chosen among them such as the President, Vice President, and Secretary. Which of the following notations could be used to determine the total number of possible ways in which the three major positions be filled? A. P(15,3) B. C(15,3) C. P(500,3) D. C(500,3)

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