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54 people are competing in an athletic event. The top 4 competitors receive prize money, with 1st being worth more than 2nd, 2nd worth more than 3rd, etc. How any ways can the 4 prizes be given?

Glencoe Algebra 1, Student Edition, 9780079039897, 0079039898, 2018

18th Edition

ISBN:9780079039897

Author:Carter

Publisher:Carter

Chapter2: Linear Equations

Section2.6: Ratios And Proportions

Problem 40PPS

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