A legislative committee consists of 8 Democrats and 10 Republicans. A delegation of 4 is to be selected to visit a small island republic. Complete parts (a) through (d) below. (a) How many different delegations are possible? The 4 delegates can be selected ◻️different ways.

A legislative committee consists of 8 Democrats and 10 Republicans. A delegation of 4 is to be selected to visit a small island republic. Complete parts (a) through (d) below. (a) How many different delegations are possible? The 4 delegates can be selected ◻️different ways.

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