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The arrangements of the letters of MUMBAI are listed in dictionary order. In which position does MUMBAI appear?

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  • A296
  • B298
  • C241
  • D297

Step-by-Step Solution

Sorted letters: A, B, I, M, M, U. Words starting with A, B or I: each leaves 5 letters with M twice, , so 180. Starting MA, MB, MI or MM: each, 96. Starting MUA, MUB, MUI: each, 18. Then MUM + (A, B, I): MUMABI, MUMAIB, MUMBAI. Position .
Answer: D) 297

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