On a TV Game Show, a Contestant Is Shown 9

question 67

Multiple Choice

On a TV game show, a contestant is shown 9 products from a grocery store and is asked to choose the three least-expensive items in the set. The three chosen items need not be in any particular order. In how many ways can the contestant choose the three items?

• A)6
• B)504
• C)60,480
• D)84

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