In a state's Pick 3 lottery game, you pay $0.94 to select a sequence of three digits (from 0 to 9), such as 111. If you select the same sequence of three digits that are drawn, you win and collect $262.55. Complete parts (a) through (e). Question content area bottom Part 1 a. How many different selections are possible?

In a state's Pick 3 lottery game, you pay $0.94 to select a sequence of three digits (from 0 to 9), such as 111. If you select the same sequence of three digits that are drawn, you win and collect $262.55. Complete parts (a) through (e). Question content area bottom Part 1 a. How many different selections are possible?

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Chapter9: Sequences, Probability And Counting Theory

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