How many 3-digit numbers divisible by 5, can be formed using the digits 2 3 5 6 7 and 9, without repetition of digits?
Step-by-step Solution:
This is a permutation problem. We can solve it by considering the number of available choices for each of the three digit positions (hundreds, tens, and units), making sure to apply the given constraints.
Let's think of the 3-digit number as three empty slots to fill: [Hundreds] [Tens] [Units]. It's best to fill the most restricted slot first.
[__] [__] [5][5 choices] [__] [1 choice][5 choices] [4 choices] [1 choice]The total number of 3-digit numbers that can be formed is the product of the number of choices for each position.
Total Numbers = 5 × 4 × 1 = 20
Final Answer: 20 such numbers can be formed.