How many different riders could come in first ? 6
That leaves how many to come in second? 5
what is 6x5 ??
There are
6
cyclists in a race. There will be a first-place and a second-place prize awarded. In how many different ways can the
2
prizes be awarded?
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How many cyclists can get first. 6 of them can get first. For every single cyclist 5 others can get second. You then multiply 6 and 5.
If third place was added you would also multiply 6 and 5 with 4 to get that answer.
If third place was added you would also multiply 6 and 5 with 4 to get that answer.
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6 cyclists 2 prizes ?
3 answers