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The wizard’s rational puzzle (solutions, part 2)

Posted on November 9, 2018 by Brent

At long last, here is the solution I had in mind for the Wizard’s rational puzzle. Recall that the goal is to figure out the numerator and denominator of a secret rational number, if all we are allowed to do … Continue reading →

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The wizard’s rational puzzle (solutions, part 1)

Posted on October 24, 2018 by Brent

About two and a half months ago I posted a challenge involving a sadistic math wizard, metal cubes containing rational numbers, and a room full of strange machines. I’ve been remiss in following up with some solutions. (Go read the … Continue reading →

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The wizard’s rational puzzle (mind your p’s and q’s!)

Posted on August 7, 2018 by Brent

You have been abducted by a sadistic math wizard (don’t you hate it when that happens?). He ushers you into a plain but cozy-looking room, with a hardwood floor, a few exotic-looking rugs, and wood paneling on the walls. He … Continue reading →

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