english professors at a certain university must compile a reading list that consists of 1 play, two short stories, and one novel (order doesn't matter). the department has approved 5 plays, 5 short stories, and 5 novels from which professors can choose.
how many reading lists can be created?
number of plays = 5
two short stories from 5 = 5c2 = 10
number of novels = 5
use the fundamental counting principle:
total = 5x10x5 = 250 reading lists