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Question 17 Back to Exercise

In how many ways can 5 letters be posted in 4 letter boxes?

  • A 1,024 Correct
  • B 625
  • C 20
  • D 120
Correct Answer: Option A

Each letter has 4 choices: 4⁵ = 1,024

Trap: 625 = 5⁴ gives each box a choice of letter.

Answer: 1,024

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