Math Problem Statement
Pat is to select eight cookies from a tray containing only chocolate chip, oatmeal, and peanut butter cookies. There are at least four of each of these three kinds of cookies on the tray. How many different assortments of four cookies can be selected?
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Combinatorics
Stars and Bars Method
Formulas
Binomial coefficient: \( \binom{n + k - 1}{k - 1} \)
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12
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