There is nothing more exciting to a mathematician than when the same behaviour emerges in dissimilar situations. The three puzzles in today’s article are notable for exactly this strange behaviour. As you ponder them, ask yourselves if it seems like they have anything in common. They look and feel very different, but they are united by an underlying theme that’s simple and surprising!
Daniel Finkel presents you three puzzles that are different and similar at the same time…
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