Problem
a) A lady buys bottles choosing among types of wine. In how many ways can she fill her cart? b) A coach has players and must field starters, assigning each a specific position. How many different line-ups? c) In how many ways can you split million (in whole millions) across different accounts? d) From sons and daughters, and are chosen respectively. In how many ways?
Solution
a) Combinations with repetition of types in class : . b) Simple arrangements (distinct positions, no repetition): . c) Splitting units into integer addends : . d) Product of two combinations: .