SOLUTION: A man wishes to give his 12 different books to his 3 children, so that the first shall receive 5, the second 4, and the third 3. In how many ways can he give his books?

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Question 701825: A man wishes to give his 12 different books to his 3 children, so that the first shall receive 5, the second 4, and the third 3. In how many ways can he give his books?
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