Combinations Calculator (nCr, Binomial Coefficients & Order Doesn't Matter
### Discrete Mathematics & Statistics: Combinations & The Binomial Theorem 1. **Order Does Not Matter**: In combinations, grouping \(\{A, B, C\}\) is identical to \(\{C, A, B\}\), dividing out the.
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For example, choosing a \(4\text{-person committee from } 10\text{ candidates}\)): \ (compared to \(5,040\text{ ordered permutations}\)). By binomial symmetry, \.
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Discrete Mathematics & Statistics: Combinations & The Binomial Theorem
- Order Does Not Matter: In combinations, grouping , B, C is identical to , A, B dividing out the r! redundant internal arrangements from the permutation count.
- Pascal's Triangle: The entries in row n of Pascal's Triangle are precisely the binomial coefficients n0, n1, , nn, which govern the algebraic expansion of ^n.
How to Use This Calculator
Enter your Combination Selection Type — choose from Standard Combination without Repetition (nCr = n! / (r! × (n - r)!)), Multiset Combination with Repetition ((n + r - 1)! / (r! × (n - 1)!)), Total Number of Available Items (n) (e.g. 10 (total pool size)), and Number of Items to Choose (r) (e.g. 4 (team or hand size)). Results update instantly as you type — adjust any value to compare scenarios.
The Formula
Combinations & Binomial Coefficient equations:
Combinations without Repetition: _n C_r = nr = (n!) / (r! (n - r)!)
Combinations with Repetition: (nr) = n + r - 1r = ((n + r - 1)!) / (r! (n - 1)!)
Binomial Symmetry Property: nr = nn - r
Relation to Permutations: _n C_r = _n P_rr!
Worked Example
For example, choosing a 4-person committee from 10 candidates): **** (compared to 5,040 ordered permutations). By binomial symmetry, .
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