. A boy has six trousers and 8 shirts. In how many different ways can he select a trouser and a shirt? Choose the correct answer:
A) 9
B) 18
C) 27
D) 36
E) 48
Explanation:   The boy can select one trouser in six ways.   The boy can select one shirt in 8 ways.   The number of ways in which he can select one trouser and one shirt is   6 * 8= 
<gadget id="calculator">  6 * 8</gadget>
<output>48</output>
48 ways.   Answer: Option 48
<result>E</result>
. A boy has six trousers and 8 shirts. In how many different ways can he select a trouser and a shirt?