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To coin a phrase….

Posted on 21 July, 2011 by jb

You have nine coins and a balance scale. One of the coins is lighter than the others. Is it possible to identify it in only two weighings? Number the coins 1-9. Begin by weighing 1, 2, and 3 against 4, … Continue reading →

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