SOLUTION: Six men and eight women volunteered to serve on the committee. How many different committees can be formed containing three men and three women?

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Question 1077553: Six men and eight women volunteered to serve on the committee. How many different committees can be formed containing three men and three women?
Answer by jorel1380(3719) About Me  (Show Source):
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6 men chosen 3 at a time is 6 choose 3, which is 20. 8 women chosen 3 at a time is 8 choose 3, which is 56. 56x20=1120 different committees possible. ☺☺☺☺