Math Problem Statement
Alice and her three best friends are having a picnic. Alice brought 12 multicolor carrots to share. How many ways are there to divide the carrots evenly among Alice and her three best friends?
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Combinatorics
Multinomial Coefficients
Partitions of Sets
Formulas
Multinomial coefficient formula: \(\binom{12}{3,3,3,3} = \frac{12!}{3! \cdot 3! \cdot 3! \cdot 3!}\)
Theorems
Multinomial Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12
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