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Fundamental Counting Principle

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Understanding Fundamental Counting Principle

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Beginner Explanation

Consider each choice independently and multiply the number of ways.

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Quick Quiz

Single Choice Quiz
Beginner

If you have 2 hats and 3 scarves, how many different combinations of one hat and one scarf can you wear?

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2

Real-World Problem

Question Exercise
Intermediate

Teenager Scenario

You're choosing an outfit with 3 shirts, 4 pants, and 2 pairs of shoes. How many total outfits are possible?
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3

Thinking Challenge

Thinking Exercise
Intermediate

Think About This

How many different ways can you arrange 2 different books on a shelf?

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4

Challenge Quiz

Single Choice Quiz
Advanced

You have 5 different keys and only one opens a door. If you try each key once, in how many different orders can you try the keys?

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