This math topic focuses on probability calculations using the combination formula, commonly denoted as nCm or "n choose m." It includes problems that require calculating values of expressions involving the combination operation and simple multiplication. These problems help develop skills in understanding and computing permutations and combinations, which are fundamental concepts in probability and statistics. Each problem is presented with multiple-choice answers, reinforcing the concept through practical examples.

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Probability Calculation - nCm Notation - Simple Multiplication Worksheet

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Math worksheet on 'Probability Calculation - nCm Notation - Simple Multiplication (Level 1)'. Part of a broader unit on 'Probability and Statistics - Permutations and Combinations Calculating - Intro' Learn online: app.mobius.academy/math/units/probability_and_statistics_permutations_and_combinations_calculation_intro/
1
What is the value of this probability expression?
A LaTex expression showing ({ sub 6 \text{C} sub 4 }) times ({ sub 4 \text{C} sub 3 })
a A LaTex expression showing 4
b A LaTex expression showing 6
c A LaTex expression showing 60
d A LaTex expression showing 15
2
What is the value of this probability expression?
A LaTex expression showing ({ sub 4 \text{C} sub 3 }) times ({ sub 5 \text{C} sub 5 })
a A LaTex expression showing 4
b A LaTex expression showing 1
c A LaTex expression showing 5 over 2
d A LaTex expression showing 20
3
What is the value of this probability expression?
A LaTex expression showing ({ sub 6 \text{C} sub 5 }) times ({ sub 5 \text{C} sub 4 })
a A LaTex expression showing 3
b A LaTex expression showing 30
c A LaTex expression showing 6
d A LaTex expression showing 1
4
What is the value of this probability expression?
A LaTex expression showing ({ sub 6 \text{C} sub 3 }) times ({ sub 6 \text{C} sub 2 })
a A LaTex expression showing 150
b A LaTex expression showing 2
c A LaTex expression showing 225
d A LaTex expression showing 300
e A LaTex expression showing 90
5
What is the value of this probability expression?
A LaTex expression showing ({ sub 2 \text{C} sub 2 }) times ({ sub 6 \text{C} sub 5 })
a A LaTex expression showing 60
b A LaTex expression showing 6
c A LaTex expression showing 18
d A LaTex expression showing 2 over 5
e A LaTex expression showing 12
6
What is the value of this probability expression?
A LaTex expression showing ({ sub 6 \text{C} sub 5 }) times ({ sub 4 \text{C} sub 3 })
a A LaTex expression showing 120
b A LaTex expression showing 1
c A LaTex expression showing 24
d A LaTex expression showing 6
e A LaTex expression showing 4
7
What is the value of this probability expression?
A LaTex expression showing ({ sub 3 \text{C} sub 3 }) times ({ sub 6 \text{C} sub 2 })
a A LaTex expression showing 15
b A LaTex expression showing 1
c A LaTex expression showing 10
Probability Calculation - nCm Notation - Simple Multiplication (Level 1) - Mobius Math