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COMEDK · Maths · 7. Binomial Theorem

If \({ }^n C_3=220\), then \(n=\) ?

  1. A 11
  2. B 12
  3. C 10
  4. D 9
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Correct Answer

(B) 12

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Detailed explanation

The formula for the combination is \(^{n}C_{r} = \dfrac{n!}{r!(n-r)!}\). Given \(^{n}C_{3} = 220\), we have \(\dfrac{n(n-1)(n-2)}{3 \times 2 \times 1} = 220\). \(n(n-1)(n-2) = 220 \times 6 = 1320\). We look for three consecutive integers whose product is \(1320\). Testing…