DM.SNT.2.b

Use the Fundamental (Basic) Counting Principle to determine the number of possible outcomes of an event.

Example Problems
Julia has 5 different bracelets, 3 different necklaces, and 2 different pairs of earrings. She wants to pick exactly one bracelet, one necklace, and one pair of earrings to wear to a party.

How many different jewelry combinations can she make?
A sandwich shop offers 3 types of bread, 4 types of meat, 3 types of cheese, and 5 different toppings. Each customer can choose exactly 1 bread, 1 meat, 1 cheese, and 1 topping.

How many unique sandwiches can a customer order?
Damien is traveling by train. There are 2 departure stations to choose from, then he must select a connecting stop from 5 possible stops, and finally he must choose a final destination out of 2 options.

How many distinct travel itineraries can Damien plan?
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