Question
8 runners are entered in the 1000-meter run. How many different first, second, and third place finishes could possibly occur?
Is the answer 24?
No. 8x7x6 = 336
The first place can be any of eight. For each first place possibility, there are seven possible second place possibilities, etc.
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Is the answer 24?
No. 8x7x6 = 336
The first place can be any of eight. For each first place possibility, there are seven possible second place possibilities, etc.
Thank You! Now it makes sense!
Answers
Anonymous...
Do you know Mr. Shaheen, and the answer is 336, your right!