Solve the Problem. -How Many Different 4-Letter Radio-Station Call Letters Can Be Made

question 186

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-How many different 4-letter radio-station call letters can be made if the first letter must be K or W, repeats are allowed, but the call letters cannot end in an O?

• A)35,152
• B)456,976
• C)33,800
• D)16,900

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