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Which approach to the theory-and-research cycle does the following sequence reflect: (1) specific observations suggest generalizations, (2) generalizations produce a tentative theory, (3) the theory is tested through the formation of hypotheses, and (4) hypotheses may provide suggestions for additional observations?

How many different three-digit numbers can be formed using the digits 1 comma 2 comma 9 comma 6 comma 4 comma 3 comma and 8 without repetition? for example, 664 is not allowed.

Write 5(6x+4)-2(5x-2) in the form a(bx+c) where a,b and c integers and a> 1