Permutations And Combinations Question 263

Question: The number of ways in which first, second and third prizes can be given to 5 competitors is

Options:

A) 10

B) 60

C) 15

D) 125

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

  • First prize can be given in 5 ways. Then second prize can be given in 4 ways and the third prize in 3 ways. (Since a competitor cannot get two prizes) and hence the no. of ways $ =5\times 4\times 3=60 $ ways.