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counting and probability intermediate

Problem

How many ways are there to put 4 balls in 3 boxes if the balls are not distinguishable and neither are the boxes?
Solution
Since the balls and boxes are indistinguishable, we only need to consider the number of the balls in boxes without considering order. The arrangements are (4,0,0),(3,1,0),(2,2,0),(2,1,1), for a total of ways.
Final answer
4