How many different two-letter initials with none of the letters repeated can…

2023

How many different two-letter initials with none of the letters repeated can people have?

  1. A.

    550

  2. B.

    650

  3. C.

    750

  4. D.

    950

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Correct answer: B

Answer: 650

Reason: Use counting for each position.

  • First letter: 26 choices (A to Z).

  • Second letter: 25 remaining choices (cannot repeat the first).

  • Total combinations: 26 × 25 = 650.

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