Permutations and combinations – Year 11 – mathematics extension 1

This program of learning is designed to allow students to build understanding of permutations and combinations through a range of Working mathematically skills.

Syllabus

Syllabus outcomes and content descriptors from Mathematics Extension 1 11–12 (2024)External link © NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) for and on behalf of the Crown in right of the State of New South Wales, 2025.

Unit 1 – permutations and combinations

A 9-lesson unit for Year 11 with resources.

This program of learning addresses content from the focus area of Permutations and combinations.

Introduction

Permutations and combinations (DOCX 7.5 MB)

Lesson 1 – multiplication principle

Lesson 2 – factorials

Lesson 3 – introduction to permutations

Lesson 4 – permutations with restrictions

Lesson 5 – permutations with repetition

Lesson 6 – circular permutations

Lesson 7 – introduction to combinations

Lesson 8 – combinations with restrictions

Lesson 9 – permutations and combinations

Mathematics extension 1 11–12 units and assessments (2024)

Sample units and assessments to support teachers of Years 11–12 implementing the Mathematics Extension 1 11–12 Syllabus (2024).

Planning programming and assessing mathematics 11–12

Advice and support for planning, programming and assessing mathematics 11–12

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Mathematics Extension 1

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