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$n$ - digit numbers are formed using only three digits 2,5 and 7 . The smallest value of $n$ for which 900 such distinct numbers can be formed, is
MathematicsPermutation CombinationJEE MainJEE Main 2018 (15 Apr Shift 1 Online)
Options:
  • A
    6
  • B
    8
  • C
    9
  • D
    7
Solution:
1600 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is:
7
Required $n$ digit numbers is $3^n$ as each place can be filled by $2,5,7$.
So smallest value of $n$ such that $3^n>900$. Therefore $n=7$.

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