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How many solutions are there for the equation A+B+3C = 10 if A,B,C are whole numbers?

A
25
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24
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C
23
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D
26
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22
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Solution

The correct option is D 26

Option (d)

It is given that A,B and C can take values ≥0

Give values to C from 0

At C=0, the equation changes to A+B=10. Number of solutions will be based on

arrangement of 10 zeroes and 1 one = 11C1 = 11

At C=1, the equation changes to A+B=7. Number of solutions=8C1 =8

At C=2, the equation changes to A+B=4. Number of solutions= 5C1 =5

At C=3, the equation changes to A+B=1. Number of solutions= 2C1 =2

Total number of solutions = 11+8+5+2 = 26


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