Jason S.

asked • 03/07/19

School Playground question

The school playground is in the shape of a pentagon. There is a drinking fountain at each of the 5 corners of the playground. How many ways can someone walk from one drinking fountain to another drinking fountain?

Mark M.

Did you draw a diagram?
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03/07/19

Jason S.

I did. I got 4 directions from each point which would be 4x5 which would be 20 directions but I was unsure if that is correct
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03/08/19

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Ross C. answered • 07/30/20

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Hi Jason,


Here's a couple of ways to approach this problem. Heads up: the answer is very quick, but the remainder of the video includes info about some topics that you may find valuable!


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