Q. 53.7( 3 Votes )
We wish to select 6 persons from 8, but if the person A is chosen, then B must be chosen. In how many ways can selections be made?
Answer :
Formula:- (i)nCr
Given: -
Case 1: If A and B both are selected
=1x1x6C4
Case 2:If neither A nor B are selected
6C6
If B is selected but A is not selected
1x6C5
Adding above
15+1+6=22
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