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      Question

      There are 6 positions on a shelf. You have 3 identical

      pens and 3 distinct books. In how many ways can these articles be arranged such that all pens do not appear together?
      A 120 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B 96 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C 84 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D 144 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      Total arrangements = 6! / 3! = 120
      All pens together: Pens block + 3 books = 4! = 24
      Required = 120 - 24 = 96

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