A Factory Makes Automobile Parts

question 155

Essay

A factory makes automobile parts. Each part has a code consisting of a digit, a letter, and a digit, with the digits distinct, such as 5C7, 1O6, or 3Z0. Last week the factory made 5,000 parts. Find the minimum number of parts that must have the same serial number.

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Definitions:

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Multiple Risk Factors

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