Permutation and Combination Calculator

Use this free permutation and combination calculator to find nPr and nCr with exact integer answers, steps, examples, copy, and history.

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n=10, r=3120 combinations
nPr
720
nCr
120
Order matters
Permutation

How to use the permutation and combination calculator

  1. Enter n for the total items and r for the items selected.
  2. Press Calculate nPr and nCr to see permutation and combination counts.
  3. Use nPr when order matters and nCr when order does not matter.
  4. Review the formulas, examples, recent answers, and exact integer output.

Common uses

Find permutations when order matters.

Find combinations when order does not matter.

Check probability and counting homework examples.

Copy exact nPr and nCr results for notes or study.

Examples

Choose 3 from 10 10P3 and 10C3

720 permutations, 120 combinations

Cards example 52C5

2,598,960 combinations

Podium order 8P3

336 permutations

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about formulas, inputs, examples, result copying, and private in-browser history.

What is a permutation?

A permutation counts arrangements where order matters. ABC and BAC are different permutations.

What is a combination?

A combination counts selections where order does not matter. ABC and BAC are the same combination.

What do n and r mean?

n is the total number of items. r is the number of items selected or arranged.

What input range is supported?

This calculator supports whole-number n values from 0 to 500 and r values from 0 to n.

How does this connect to probability?

Many probability problems use combinations or permutations to count favorable outcomes and total possible outcomes.

Is my counting history private?

Yes. Recent nPr and nCr answers stay only in the current browser tab while you use the page. They are not sent to a server.

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