1.  How many different possible permutations can be made from the word ‘BULLET’ such that the vowels are never together?

A. 360
B. 120
C. 480
D. 240

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

The word ‘BULLET’ contains 6 letters of which 1 letter occurs twice = 6! / 2! = 360

No. of permutations possible with vowels always together = 5! * 2! / 2! = 120

No. of permutations possible with vowels never together = 360-120 = 240.