Q6. - Algebra 2

Question

An ice cream shop offers a choice of two types of cones and 15 flavors of ice cream. How many different 1-scoop ice cream can a customer order?

Step-by-Step Solution

Answer

A customer can order 30 different types of 1-scoop ice cream.

Step 1. Given Information.

Given an ice cream shop offers a choice of two types of cones and 15 flavors of ice cream.

Step 2. Calculation .

There are 2 ways to choose a cone and 15 ways to choose a flavor.

 

By the Fundamental Counting Principle, there are $2\times 15=30$ ways to choose a 1-scoop ice cream.

Step 3. Conclusion .

Hence, by Fundamental Counting Principle, a customer can order 30 different types of 1-scoop ice cream.