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number theory junior

Problem

How many integers between and contain both the digits and ?
Solution
First we notice that the hundreds digit of any integer between and cannot be or , so and must be the units and tens digits (in either the order or ). Since the integer must be between and , there are choices for the hundreds digit of this integer (, , , , or ). Thus, there are ways to form such a number.
Final answer
10