Eight sprinters have qualified for the finals in the 100-meter dash at the NCAA national track meet. In how many ways can the sprinters come in first, second, and third? (Assume there are no ties.) a. 486 b. 386 c. 436 d. 336 e. 536

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Eight sprinters have qualified for the finals in the 100-meter dash at the
NCAA national track meet. In how many ways can the sprinters come in
first, second, and third? (Assume there are no ties.)
a. 486
b. 386
c. 436
d. 336
e. 536
Transcribed Image Text:Eight sprinters have qualified for the finals in the 100-meter dash at the NCAA national track meet. In how many ways can the sprinters come in first, second, and third? (Assume there are no ties.) a. 486 b. 386 c. 436 d. 336 e. 536
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