- A240
- B120
- C720
- D480
Step-by-Step Solution
Glue E and N into a block: 5 units arranged in ways; the block can be EN or NE: . Total 240. (120 allows only EN.)
Answer: A) 240
In how many arrangements of the letters of PENCIL is N always immediately next to E (either side)?
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