Solve the Problem. -How Many Different Sequences of 4 Digits Are Possible If

question 185

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-How many different sequences of 4 digits are possible if the first digit must be 3, 4, or 5 and if the sequence may not end in 000? Repetition of digits is allowed.

• A)2,997
• B)2,000
• C)1,512
• D)2,999

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Definitions:

Greenmail

A situation where a company pays a premium to buy back its own shares from a corporate raider to prevent a hostile takeover.

Outstanding Stock

The total shares of a corporation's stock that have been issued and are in the hands of the public and company officers.

Unfriendly Takeover

A corporate acquisition or merger that is carried out against the wishes of the target company's management and board of directors.

Strategic Alliance

Agreement between firms to cooperate in pursuit of a joint goal.