If the letters of the word "TIRUPATI" are written down at random, then what is the probability that both Ts are <strong>ALWAYS</strong> consecutive ?

  1. A. \frac{1}{2}
  2. B. \frac{1}{4}
  3. C. \frac{1}{7}
  4. D. \frac{1}{14}

Correct Answer: B. \frac{1}{4}

Explanation

The word TIRUPATI has 8 letters, with 'T' repeated twice and 'I' repeated twice. Total permutations = \frac{8!}{2!2!} = 10080. Treating the two 'T's as a single unit, we have 7 units. Permutations with 'T's together = \frac{7!}{2!} = 2520. The probability is \frac{2520}{10080} = \frac{1}{4}.

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