Table of contents
- 0. Review of Algebra4h 16m
- 1. Equations & Inequalities3h 18m
- 2. Graphs of Equations43m
- 3. Functions2h 17m
- 4. Polynomial Functions1h 44m
- 5. Rational Functions1h 23m
- 6. Exponential & Logarithmic Functions2h 28m
- 7. Systems of Equations & Matrices4h 6m
- 8. Conic Sections2h 23m
- 9. Sequences, Series, & Induction1h 19m
- 10. Combinatorics & Probability1h 45m
10. Combinatorics & Probability
Combinatorics
Problem 3aBlitzer - 8th Edition
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In Exercises 1–8, evaluate the given binomial coefficient. 

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Identify the binomial coefficient to be evaluated: .
Recall the formula for a binomial coefficient: .
Substitute the values of and into the formula: .
Simplify the expression: .
Recognize that , so the expression simplifies to .
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