Eighteen Students Are Selected as Semifinalists for a Literary Award

question 58

Multiple Choice

Eighteen students are selected as semifinalists for a literary award. Of the eighteen students, eight finalists will be selected. In how many ways can eight finalists be selected from the eighteen students?

• A)6435
• B)203,490
• C)24,310
• D)43,758
• E)125,970

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Definitions:

Conformists

Individuals who comply with established standards, rules, or laws, often in order to fit in with a group.

Cooperation

The process of groups or individuals working together to achieve common goals or outcomes.

Reliability

The degree to which a measure or test produces consistent results over time under similar conditions.

Validity

The extent to which a test, measurement, or research study accurately represents what it intends to measure, without bias or error.