Number of ways in which n different pri...

Number of ways in which n different prizes can be distributed among m-persons `(m lt n) ` if each is entitled to receive atmost (n-1) prizes is

A

`n^(m) - n`

B

`m^(n)`

C

mn

D

`m^(n) - m`

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The correct Answer is:

D

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