Permutations And Combinations Question 167

Question: Total number less than 3 x $ 10^{8} $ and can be formed using the digits 1,2,3 is equal to

Options:

A) $ \frac{1}{2}(3^{9}+4\times 3^{8}) $

B) $ \frac{1}{2}(3^{9}-3) $

C) $ \frac{1}{2}(7\times 3^{8}-3) $

D) $ \frac{1}{2}(3^{9}-3+3^{8}) $

Show Answer

Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

  • [c] Formed number can be utmost of nine digits. Total number of such numbers is $ 3+3^{2}+3^{3}+…+3^{8}+2\times 3^{8} $ $ =\frac{3(3^{8}-1)}{3-1}+2\times 3^{8}=\frac{3^{9}-3+4\times 3^{8}}{2}=\frac{7\times 3^{8}-3}{2} $



sathee Ask SATHEE

Welcome to SATHEE !
Select from 'Menu' to explore our services, or ask SATHEE to get started. Let's embark on this journey of growth together! 🌐📚🚀🎓

I'm relatively new and can sometimes make mistakes.
If you notice any error, such as an incorrect solution, please use the thumbs down icon to aid my learning.
To begin your journey now, click on

Please select your preferred language
कृपया अपनी पसंदीदा भाषा चुनें