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Calculate the number of possible ways to plan summer vacation.
Answer to Problem 13.6MPS
In 24 ways we can plan a vacation.
Explanation of Solution
Given:
A = Options for Hotels = Sandy beach, Ocean waves, The dunes
B = Options for cars = SUV, convertible
C = Options for activities = Parasailing, Fishing, Surfboarding, Snorkeling
Calculations:
Here, we have to calculate possible ways for planning vacation.
According to multiplication rule, probability of A and B is calculated by
Thus,
Number of choices for A is 3, number of choices for B is 2 and number of choices for C is 4. Therefore, probability of outcome is,
Conclusion:
Therefore, we are able to calculate possible ways of planning vacation.
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