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How many distinct arrangements does MISSISSIPPI have?
A11!/(4! 4! 2!)
B11!/(4! 2! 2!)
C11!/(4! 3! 2!)
D11!/(4! 4! 3!)
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. 11!/(4! 4! 2!)
MISSISSIPPI has 4 I's, 4 S's and 2 P's among 11 letters, so the arrangements number 11!/(4! 4! 2!).
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