Question 53

Mathematics Permutation and Combination Medium

\( \frac{1}{9!}+\frac{1}{10!}=\frac{x}{11!}\) then the value of x is:

(A) 121
(B) 120
(C) 12
(D) 24
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Correct Solution: Option A

Step-by-step Solution:

Math Solution

Problem:

Solve for \(x\) in:

$$\frac{1}{9!} + \frac{1}{10!} = \frac{x}{11!}$$

Solution:

Step 1: Express everything in terms of \(11!\)
\[ 9! = \frac{11!}{11 \cdot 10}, \quad 10! = \frac{11!}{11} \] So: \[ \frac{1}{9!} = \frac{11 \cdot 10}{11!} = \frac{110}{11!}, \quad \frac{1}{10!} = \frac{11}{11!} \]
Step 2: Add the fractions
\[ \frac{1}{9!} + \frac{1}{10!} = \frac{110}{11!} + \frac{11}{11!} = \frac{121}{11!} \]
Step 3: Compare with \(\frac{x}{11!}\)
\[ x = 121 \]

Answer: \( \boxed{121} \) (Option A)