Simplifying Factorial Notation
Simplify: 2!
2
What is the value of "n" in the problem: How many ways can 8 different flags be arranged around a circular stand?
n = 8
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Simplify: 3!
6
How many ways can 3 students arrange themselves in a circle for a photo?
2
What is the formula for circular permutation?
P = (n-1)!
Simplify: 4!
24
How many ways can 5 different flags be arranged around a circular stand?
24
What is the formula for the permutation of n objects taken r at a time?
P = n!/(n-r)!