A total of 32 students have entered a spelling contest. There are 6 medals for first through sixth place that will be awarded. In how many different ways can the medals be awarded?

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anonymous · Answer

well @wio can u help this gye?

anonymous · Answer

Okay let me think

anonymous · Answer

You pick out on person from the group at a time.

anonymous · Answer

Since medals are distinct, you use permutation.

anonymous · Answer

In sort... $$ \large
^{32}P_6 = \frac{32!}{(32-6)!} = 32\times 31\times 30\times 29\times 28\times 27
$$