Thinking Mathematically (6th Edition)

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Chapter 11 - Counting Methods and Probability Theory - 11.3 Combinations - Exercise Set 11.3 - Page 707: 2

Answer

permutations

Work Step by Step

A permutation from a group of items occurs when no item is used more than once and the order of arrangement makes a difference. A combination from a group of items occurs when no item is used more than once and the order of items makes no difference. ------------ First prize is significantly different to second and third prizes, so the order in which the winning tickets are chosen is important. The problem deals with permutations.
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