MTH 221 Wk 1 Discussion – Combinatorics

Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to other students.

Due Thursday

Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:

This week we learn about combinatorics.

Combinatorics helps us understand the nature of potential possibilities to an outcome.

What (in your own words) is the definition of combinatorics?

What might a real world situation be that could be explained by the use of combinatorics?

Be sure to cite any references or websites you use.

Due Monday

Reply to at least 2 of your classmates. Be constructive and professional in your responses.

GRADING: The Discussion Question grading will be the following:

60% (up to 21 points) for your initial response due Thursday

40% (up to 14 points) for your two responses to your classmates responses

The late assignment penalty applies to the initial response. Any responses (initial responses or responses to your classmates) after Monday will receive no credit.