PERMUTATIONA function
Returns the number of permutations for a given number of objects (with repetitions) that can be selected from the total objects
Syntax
PERMUTATIONA(number, number_chosen)Square brackets indicate optional arguments.
Arguments
| Argument | Required | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| number | Yes | The number of items.8 |
| number_chosen | Yes | The number of items in each permutations.2 |
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Count ordered four-position codes with repetition
=PERMUTATIONA(A2,B2)Each of four ordered positions can independently use any of three symbols, including repeats. The count is 3^4=81.
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