Combinations and Permutations

Name_________________________ 

When Heather, her mom, and her sister went to Outback for dinner, Heather realized that she had to make some choices.  She could either have a hamburger, a hot dog, or a steak.  With each of these selections, she could have French fries, onion rings, or a baked potato.  How many different choices did Heather have? ___________

 

Draw a picture to show how you solved the problem.

 

 

 

 

 

*For extra credit - How many choices did the entire family have? _______

 

Draw a picture for this one, too!

 

 

      © Ellen Gabor, 2003

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