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
- Permutations with restrictions (DOCX 5.9 MB)
- Permutations with restrictions – slide deck (PPTX 2.8 MB)
Lesson 5 – permutations with repetition
Lesson 6 – circular permutations
Lesson 7 – introduction to combinations
Lesson 8 – combinations with restrictions
- Combinations with restrictions (DOCX 5.9 MB)
- Combinations with restrictions – slide deck (PPTX 1.4 MB)