Question

In a running competition, a bronze, silver and gold medal must be given to the top three girls and top three boys. If 10 boys and 8 girls are competing, how many different ways could the six medals possibly be given out?

Answer 1

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Answer 2

120

Explanation:

The number of ways the gold can be awarded is 6

The number of ways the silver can be awarded is 5

And the number of ways the bronze can be awarded is 4

6 * 5 * 4 = 120