document.write( "Question 1152904: In how many ways can first, second, and third prizes be awarded in a contest with 700 contestants? Assume there are no ties. \n" ); document.write( "

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document.write( "ANSWER.  In 700*699*698 ways.\r\n" );
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document.write( "Explanation.  By default, any of 700 can get the first prize;\r\n" );
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document.write( "              Any of 699 remaining can get the second prize.\r\n" );
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document.write( "              And everyone of 698 remaining can get the third prize.\r\n" );
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