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If \({}^nC_r={}^{\,n}C_{r-1}\) and \({}^{\,n}P_{r-1}=9\,{}^{\,r}P_r\), then \((n,r)=\)

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Identity: \[ \boxed{ {}^nC_r={}^nC_{r-1} \Longrightarrow 2r=n+1. } \]
Updated On: Jul 23, 2026
  • \((19,9)\)
  • \((19,10)\)
  • \((10,19)\)
  • \((9,19)\)
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Use the combination identity first.
$^nC_r={}^nC_{r-1}$ happens only when the two lower indices add up to $n$, that is $r+(r-1)=n$, so $n=2r-1$.
Step 2: Bring in the permutation condition.
We're told $^nP_{r-1}=9\,{}^rP_r$. Writing this out, $\dfrac{n!}{(n-r+1)!}=9\,r!$. Since $n=2r-1$, we get $n-r+1=r$, so the left side becomes $\dfrac{n!}{r!}$, giving $n!=9(r!)^2$.
Step 3: Check which option satisfies both relations.
Testing $r=10$ gives $n=2(10)-1=19$, matching the pair $(19,10)$, and this is the only option consistent with $n=2r-1$ among the choices.
\[ \boxed{(19,10)} \]
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