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A drug for the relief of asthma can be purchased from 5 different manufacturers in

liquid, tablet, or capsule form, all of which come in regular and extra strength. How many
different ways can a doctor prescribe the drug for a patient suffering from asthma?

A drug for the relief of asthma can be purchased from 5 different manufacturers in-example-1

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There are 10 different ways a doctor can prescribe the drug for a patient suffering from asthma:

1. Liquid form (Regular strength)

2. Liquid form (Extra strength)

3. Tablet form (Regular strength)

4. Tablet form (Extra strength)

5. Capsule form (Regular strength)

6. Capsule form (Extra strength)

7. Liquid form from Manufacturer 1 (Regular strength)

8. Liquid form from Manufacturer 1 (Extra strength)

9. Liquid form from Manufacturer 2 (Regular strength)

10. Liquid form from Manufacturer 2 (Extra strength)

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