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What does “Permutation” actually mean in Permutations & Combinations, and why does it matter for JEE?

an arrangement where order matters: nPr = n!/(n−r)!.

In simple words: an arrangement where order matters: nPr = n!/(n−r)!. Getting Permutation clear matters because JEE questions on Permutations & Combinations usually test this idea directly, not just a formula you memorised.

Key point

Permutation

Common mistake

using permutations when order doesn't matter.

Memory tip

if rearranging counts as different, it's a permutation.

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