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Circular Permutation Calculator

Online circular permutation: n elements around a circle, rotations identical, giving (n−1)!.

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(n−1)!
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📖 Tutorial | Circular Perm

1. Definition
n distinct elements around a circle with rotations identical but reflections distinct give (n−1)!.
2. Formula & Notation
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3. Properties & Laws
  • Rotations same (fix one);
  • (n−1)!;
  • Necklace also divides by 2;
  • Linear arrangements n!.
4. Steps
  1. Enter n;
  2. Click "Calculate";
  3. Or click "Load Example".
5. Worked Examples
Example: 5 around a table: 4!=24 (necklace 12).
6. Common Pitfalls
Minus one (fix a person);
Necklace divide 2;
n≥1.

❓ FAQ | Circular Perm

Circular?
(n−1)!.
Why −1?
Fix one.
Necklace?
Divide 2.
Vs linear?
n!.
Example?
24.
n=1?
1.