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In how many different ways can the letters of the word MISSISSIPPI be arranged so that all four S's are together?

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In how many different ways can the letters of the word MISSISSIPPI be arranged so that all four S's are together?

  • A420
  • B840
  • C1,680
  • D34,650
Correct answer: B

Explanation

Treat SSSS as one block; the 8 units M, I, I, I, I, P, P and [SSSS] can be arranged in 8!/(4! × 2!) = 840 ways.

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