In how many ways can 6 black and 2 white chess pieces be arranged in a row such that they occupy alternate places? Assume that the pieces are distinct. Choose the correct choice from the following answers.
A) 12
B) 1440
C) 720
D) 360
E) 180
6 black chess pieces can be arranged in 6! ways and 2 white pieces can be arranged in 2! ways.   W_W_W_W   Number of ways = 6!*2! = 720 * 2= 
<gadget id="calculator">720 * 2</gadget>
<output>1_440</output>
1440   Answer 1440
<result>B</result>
In how many ways can 6 black and 2 white chess pieces be arranged in a row such that they occupy alternate places? Assume that the pieces are distinct.