Ms. Hamilton's eighth-grade class wants to participate in the annual three-person-team basketball tournament.  Lance, Sally, Joy, and Fred are chosen for the team.  In how many ways can the three starters be chosen?
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Ms. Hamilton's eighth-grade class wants to participate in the annual three-person-team basketball tournament.  Lance, Sally, Joy, and Fred are chosen for the team.  In how many ways can the three starters be chosen?
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Ms. Hamilton's eighth-grade class wants to participate in the annual three-person-team basketball tournament.  Lance, Sally, Joy, and Fred are chosen for the team.  In how many ways can the three starters be chosen?
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