Fundamental Counting Principle

Learn about the Fundamental Counting Principle also known as the multiplication counting principle in this video by Mario's Math Tutoring. We discuss 2 word problems that involve finding the total number of outcomes or possibilities. This concept is an important one to understand when preparing for the ACT or SAT.

0:14 Example 1 Find the Number of Meals Possible
0:40 Making a Tree Diagram to Illustrate
1:24 How to Use the Multiplication Counting Principle
2:33 Example 2 Find the Number of Words Possible

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