SOLUTION: Amy's cat had a litter of 5 male kittens and 3 female kittens. How many ways can Amy choose 2 male kittens and give one to each of her two sisters?

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Question 441524: Amy's cat had a litter of 5 male kittens and 3 female kittens. How many ways can Amy choose 2 male kittens and give one to each of her two sisters?
Answer by rwm(914) About Me  (Show Source):
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first time there are 5 males
after choosing one there are now 4
5*4= an incredible 20 ways