Question

How do you figure out this word problem: Peter has 6 sweaters, 4 pairs of jeans and 3 pairs of shoes. How many outfits can Peter make?

Answer 1

$\underbrace{6}_{sweaters}\times\underbrace{4}_{jeans}\times\underbrace{3}_{shoes}=\underbrace{72}_{outfits}$

Answer 2

You multiply Peter's 6 sweaters by is 4 pairs of jeans and 3 pairs of shoes.
6x4x3=73
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