Count outcomes with the counting principle: three choices
Multiply the number of choices for each part.
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An outfit uses 1 of 5 shirts, 1 of 5 pants and 1 of 6 hats. How many different outfits are possible?
Answer: 150
An outfit uses 1 of 3 shirts, 1 of 5 pants and 1 of 5 hats. How many different outfits are possible?
Answer: 75
An outfit uses 1 of 5 shirts, 1 of 6 pants and 1 of 3 hats. How many different outfits are possible?
Answer: 90
Tip: Multiply the number of choices for each part.
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