Multiplying cab*car one gets "fur, ciea & bbec"
as partial results;

Multiplying car*cab we get "car, cotu & bbeu" .

Although the final result is the same, it is you who will decide what is better.

(In reply to computer solution with interpretation by Charlie)

Charlie, don't forget to take the next step and note the full solution: 381*382=145542. Convert that back into the alphametric, and you'll see this solution really is BETTER.

Posted by Jyqm on 2013-10-12 19:54:43