Seven horses are running in a race. In how many ways can we have first-, second-, and third-place finishers, assuming there are no ties?
A)35
B)210
C)10
D)6

Name: Seven horses are running in a race. In how many ways can we have first-, second-, and third-place finishers, assuming there are no ties? A)35 B)210 C)10 D)6
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There are 7 choices for first place, then 6 choices left for second place, and 5 choices left for third place. So the total number of ways is 7 x 6 x 5 = 210.

Seven Horses Are Running in a Race