Determine whether each of the following counting problems can be solved by using permutations or combinations, and answer each question. Find the number of ways in which 8 members of a space shuttle crew can be selected from 20 available astronauts.

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Determine whether each of the following counting problems can be solved by using permutations or combinations, and answer each question.

Find the number of ways in which 8 members of a space shuttle crew can be selected from 20 available astronauts.

 

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