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How many different outfits can you make with what you have in your closet? The Fundamental Counting Principle can help you find an answer! Learners find totals using the Fundamental Counting Principle with problems that can have repetition and those that cannot. They also make a comparison to problems that require a process to find a total number of combinations.
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Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
- Use a method like a tree diagram to show why the fundamental counting principle works
- Record the different types of problems and explain what makes them different
Classroom Considerations
- Problems require a fair amount of reading
Pros
- Chosen examples allow pupils to make comparisons between strategies
- Each example provides a detailed solution and explanation
Cons
- Does not provide an answer key to the set of practice problems