Subsets containing one element but not another

Of all subsets of a 10-element set, how many contain a particular element aa but do not contain another particular element bb?

Show hints (2)+
  1. Force aa 'in' and bb 'out' - two locked choices.
  2. The remaining 8 elements are free: 282^8.

Answer

Reveal answer →

256

Want the full step-by-step worked solution? It's part of Premium - along with a worked solution for every question in the bank.

Asked at: Game-Based Aptitude, ETF Market-Making

Related questions