Permutation & Combination · Question 21 · Medium
How many distinct arrangements can be made of the letters of the word BANANA?
- 60
- 36
- 120
- 720
Answer and explanation
Answer: A. 60
Explanation: BANANA has 6 letters with A three times and N twice: 6!/(3! × 2!) = 720/12 = 60.
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