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Let $P_1, P_2, \ldots ., P_{15}$ be 15 points on a circle. The number of distinct triangles formed by points $P_i, P_j, P_k$ such that $i+j+k \neq 15$ is
MathematicsPermutation CombinationAP EAMCETAP EAMCET 2022 (07 Jul Shift 1)
Options:
  • A $449$
  • B $419$
  • C $455$
  • D $443$
Solution:
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The correct answer is: $443$


Total number of distinct triangles $={ }^{15} C_3$
Now, we have to exclude that cases in which $i+j+k=15$

Total number of cases in which $i+j+k=15$ is 12 .
$\therefore$ Total number of required triangles
$={ }^{15} C_3-12=455-12=443$

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