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What is Probability?

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Probability is a measure of the likelihood that an event will occur, expressed as a number between 0 and 1.

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CCSS.7.SP.C.5

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What are Permutations?

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Permutations are arrangements of objects in a specific order. The order matters in permutations.

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What are Combinations?

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Combinations are selections of objects where the order does not matter.

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How do you calculate the number of permutations of n objects taken r at a time?

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The formula is P(n, r) = n! / (n - r)!.

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How do you calculate the number of combinations of n objects taken r at a time?

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The formula is C(n, r) = n! / [r!(n - r)!].

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If you have 12 desserts and want to choose 3, how many combinations can you make?

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C(12, 3) = 220.

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Does order matter in combinations?

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No, order does not matter in combinations.

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How many ways can a coach pick a team of 5 players from 15 players?

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C(15, 5) = 3,003.

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In how many ways can you choose 6 toppings from 12 available toppings?

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C(12, 6) = 924.

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What is the difference between permutations and combinations?

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Permutations consider the order of selection, while combinations do not.