Number of methods of distributing 6 responsibilities among 3 people is

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13 May 2021 Methods

Number of methods of distributing 6 responsibilities among 3 people is

OPtion

1) 15
2) 21
3) 12
4) 24
5) 30
6) 36
7) 56
8) 42
9) 28
10) None of the above

Solution

Formula for solving problem = (n+r-1) (n+r-2)/(r-1) (r-2)
Here n= 6 & r =3
On applying values we get (6+3-1) (6+3-2) / (3-1) (3-2) = 8*7/2*1 = 56/2 = 28

Correct Option: 9 Best Solution (0)