In how many ways can a father distribute 7 gifts to his 3 children, if the oldest child receives 3 gifts and the other two kids receive 2 gifts both? What if he has 10 gifts but wants to save 3 for later?

In how many ways can a father distribute 7 gifts to his 3 children, if the oldest child receives 3 gifts and the other two kids receive 2 gifts both? What if he has 10 gifts but wants to save 3 for later?

Holt Mcdougal Larson Pre-algebra: Student Edition 2012

1st Edition

ISBN:9780547587776

Author:HOLT MCDOUGAL

Publisher:HOLT MCDOUGAL

Chapter7: Percents

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 18PTTS

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