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counting and probability junior

Problem

A professor is assigning grades to a class of 10 students. As a very kind professor, he only gives out A's, B's, and C's. How many ways can the professor assign grades to all his students?
Solution
For each student, the professor has 3 choices, so altogether, the professor has ways to assign the grades.
Final answer
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