Question

Suppose there are 8 runners competing in the 400 meter race. The fastest three runners will win a ribbon. In how many ways can runners finish first, second, and third place?

Answer 1

Answer:

$^8C_3=336way$

Step-by-step explanation:

From the question we are told that

Number of runners $N=8$

Distance $d=400m$

Generally the top three places can be determined mathematically as        

     $^8C_3$

     $^8C_3=336way$

therefore the top three can be determined in 336ways