SOLUTION: in how many ways can a subcommittee of four be chosen from a Senate committee of five Democrats and four Republicans if: a) all members are eligible b) the subcommittee must consis

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Question 1112358: in how many ways can a subcommittee of four be chosen from a Senate committee of five Democrats and four Republicans if: a) all members are eligible b) the subcommittee must consist of two Republicans and two Democrats
Answer by Boreal(15235) About Me  (Show Source):
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It is 5C2*4C2, which is 10*6, or 60. Ten ways to choose the two D * 6 ways to choose the R.