How many permutations can be made out of the letters of the word STATISTICS?

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The discussion centers on calculating the number of permutations of the letters in the word "STATISTICS." The correct approach involves recognizing that the word contains repeated letters: S, T, and I. Specifically, the formula for permutations of a multiset is applied, resulting in 11! / (3! * 3! * 2!) = 27720 distinct permutations. This calculation is crucial for understanding combinatorial mathematics.

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How many permutations can be made out of the letters of the word STATISTICS?
 
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This won't work, diceyfume.

You are obviously refusing to utilize your intellect, and are only interested in being spoonfed "answers".

I strongly advise you to quit maths, because your attitude makes you incompetent in it.
 

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