Combinations vs Permutations — Order Matters
Compare combinations and permutations calculations. Understand when order matters and how it affects the total count.
Combinations (nCr)
Full calculator →Combinations Calculator
C(n,r) — order does not matter
Permutations (nPr)
Full calculator →Permutations Calculator
P(n,r) — order matters
Key Differences
| Feature | Combinations (nCr) | Permutations (nPr) |
|---|---|---|
| Category | math | math |
| Full Page | Combinations (nCr) | Permutations (nPr) |