- A60
- B66
- C54
- D30
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12 people give pairs. The 6 husband–wife pairs do not shake hands: .
Answer: A) 60
Six couples meet at a party. Everyone shakes hands once with every other person except his or her own spouse. How many handshakes take place?
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