EBK FIRST COURSE IN PROBABILITY, A
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ISBN: 9780134753676
Author: Ross
Publisher: PEARSON CUSTOM PUB.(CONSIGNMENT)
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Chapter 1, Problem 1.5STPE
In how many ways can a man divide 7 gifts among his 3 children if the eldest is to receive 3 gifts and the others 2 each?
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EBK FIRST COURSE IN PROBABILITY, A
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