Combination and Permutation Word Problems Worksheets | Counting Principles | Probability and Statist

Combination and Permutation Word Problems Worksheets | Counting Principles | Probability and Statistics Practice

Empower your students to master the concepts of combinations and permutations with these comprehensive and engaging word problem worksheets. Designed to make abstract probability and counting ideas tangible, this resource provides real-life and mathematical scenarios where students learn how to calculate outcomes, arrange objects, and select items using the correct method — order matters (permutations) or order doesn’t matter (combinations).

Each worksheet includes clearly structured problems that guide learners from basic counting to more challenging applications involving factorials, selection principles, and arrangement rules. Students will explore problems based on committee selections, seating arrangements, team formations, license plates, digits, and event outcomes, ensuring a well-rounded understanding of the topic.

Key Features:

Covers both combinations (nCr) and permutations (nPr) in practical word problem format.

Includes step-by-step reasoning to distinguish when order matters and when it does not.

Builds strong foundations in probability, statistics, and discrete mathematics.

Features graded difficulty levels — from simple conceptual tasks to advanced multi-step problems.

Encourages logical reasoning, factorial understanding, and problem-solving fluency.

Includes answer keys with detailed explanations for self-assessment or class review.

Perfect for Grades 8–12, advanced middle school learners, and high school students preparing for algebra, statistics, or SAT/ACT math. These worksheets are ideal for use in classrooms, enrichment sessions, homework assignments, or test preparation.

By practicing with Combination and Permutation Word Problems Worksheets, students will gain the confidence to analyze problems, choose the correct counting approach, and apply mathematical reasoning effectively. This resource makes complex combinatorial math clear, engaging, and applicable to real-world problem-solving scenarios.

Worksheets are made in 8.5” x 11” Standard Letter Size. This resource is helpful in students’ assessment, Independent Studies, group activities, practice and homework. This product is available in PDF format and ready to print as well. AI is used in some parts of the product, where deemed necessary.