Combinatorics/Introduction
An introduction to combinatorics concerns mostly counting and probability. As problem-solving ability becomes more advanced, the scope of combinatorics grows, leading students to the intermediate level.
Contents
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Counting
- Counting functions
- Casework
- Complementary counting
- Constructive counting
- Overcounting
- Committee forming
- Distinguishability
Probability
- Counting techniques in probability
- Geometric probability
- Expected value
Miscellaneous
Resources
Books
- AoPS Introduction to Counting & Probability Book
- Ritvik Rustagi's ACE The AMC 10 and AMC 12 book has a chapter on combinatorics.