A Sailboat Owner Received 9 Different Signal Flags with His

question 153

Multiple Choice

A sailboat owner received 9 different signal flags with his new sailboat. If the order in which the flags are arranged on the mast determines the signal being sent, how many 4-flag signals can be sent? ​

• A)151,200
• B)30,240
• C)13
• D)36
• E)3,024

---

Definitions:

Problem Solving

The process of finding solutions to difficult or complex issues.

Intolerance for Ambiguity

A personality trait that describes individuals who struggle with uncertain, unclear, or unpredictable situations.

Need for Cognition

A psychological term referring to an individual's tendency to engage in and enjoy thinking, analysis, and problem-solving.

Analyze Things

The process of examining components or structures critically to understand their nature or determine their essential features.