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If $x+y \leq 4$, then the how many non-zero positive integer ordered pair $(x, y) ?$
MathematicsBasic of MathematicsNDANDA 2011 (Phase 1)
Options:
  • A 4
  • B 5
  • C 6
  • D 8
Solution:
1235 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: 6
Since $x$ and $y$ are non-zero positive integers therefore $x=1,2,3, \ldots \ldots \ldots \ldots$ and $y=1,2,3, \ldots$
Now, given $x+y \leq 4$ $(x, y)$ can be $(1,1),(1,2),(1,3),(2,1),(2,2),(3,1)$
Required number of ordered pairs $=6$

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