Combinatorics

The multiplication rule

Types of exercises: the multiplication rule, arranging in order, codes and sequences of outcomes, numbers whose digits meet conditions, filling places in order, counting numbers built from given digits, neighbouring parts in different colours.

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1

Problem

How many 2-digit numbers have only even digits?

2

Problem

A 4-sided die is thrown 2 times. How many different sequences of results are there?

3

Problem

A shelf holds 12 different books. In how many ways can 2 of them be put in a row, if the order matters?

4

Problem

How many 4-digit numbers can be built from the digits 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, if the digits may repeat?

5

Problem

There are 3 ice cream flavours, 2 sauces and 8 toppings to choose from. We choose one item from each group. In how many ways can this be done?

6

Problem

A queue will be formed by 8 people, Anna among them. In how many ways can they line up if Anna is to stand second in the queue?

7

Problem

A flag has 5 vertical stripes. Each stripe is painted in one of 6 colours, and neighbouring stripes must have different colours. The stripe next to the flagpole must be white - white is one of these colours. How many such flags are there?

8

Problem

How many 5-digit numbers have only odd digits?

9

Problem

A code consists of 3 digits. How many different codes are there?

10

Problem

There are 21 runners in a race. In how many ways can the first 3 places be taken?

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