"Simple" Maths Problems

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William Rothamel Send message Joined: 25 Oct 06 Posts: 3756 Credit: 1,999,735 RAC: 4	Message 779093 - Posted: 5 Jul 2008, 16:02:22 UTC - in response to Message 779089. Just woke up, Answer to 88 for me You can't do it at all --the monkeys eat the human before he can start with the boat I guess I like to work on the wrong problem all the time --I like to jump to the solution before I have finished reading the problem. Wait I didn't see the statement that the monkeys were on the other side to start with. I start teaching this next week so I will try not to get up in the middle of the night ID: 779093 ·

jason_gee Volunteer developer Volunteer tester Send message Joined: 24 Nov 06 Posts: 7489 Credit: 91,093,184 RAC: 0	Message 779094 - Posted: 5 Jul 2008, 16:04:43 UTC Um, no, they were all on the same side. Did you have your morning coffee yet ? "Living by the wisdom of computer science doesn't sound so bad after all. And unlike most advice, it's backed up by proofs." -- Algorithms to live by: The computer science of human decisions. ID: 779094 ·

William Rothamel Send message Joined: 25 Oct 06 Posts: 3756 Credit: 1,999,735 RAC: 4	Message 779101 - Posted: 5 Jul 2008, 16:08:44 UTC had my usual two cappucino's. Then I am right the monkeys ate the Humans--Oh I see only when they outnumber the humans. "Just wait, You'll be old some day too"--My great Aunt Tessie from Ireland ID: 779101 ·

jason_gee Volunteer developer Volunteer tester Send message Joined: 24 Nov 06 Posts: 7489 Credit: 91,093,184 RAC: 0	Message 779110 - Posted: 5 Jul 2008, 16:14:18 UTC I look at it this way: You are twelve million points ahead, Fred gets the enchanted lifestyle of preparing lunch for loved ones, and I get the coolness of sitting by myself gloating about maybe getting one question right (subject to official verification), EveryBody Wins !!! :D "Living by the wisdom of computer science doesn't sound so bad after all. And unlike most advice, it's backed up by proofs." -- Algorithms to live by: The computer science of human decisions. ID: 779110 ·

William Rothamel Send message Joined: 25 Oct 06 Posts: 3756 Credit: 1,999,735 RAC: 4	Message 779119 - Posted: 5 Jul 2008, 16:17:23 UTC I cook for the family on weekends--Part of my creative satisfaction. Just finished cutting up a tree that fell on my neighbor's fence--wiped out a whole section. Am now once again expert at changing chain saw chains. Regards, Bill ID: 779119 ·

jason_gee Volunteer developer Volunteer tester Send message Joined: 24 Nov 06 Posts: 7489 Credit: 91,093,184 RAC: 0	Message 779123 - Posted: 5 Jul 2008, 16:21:22 UTC Last modified: 5 Jul 2008, 16:21:45 UTC Off-Topic; Just be sure to heed the warnings if using a Husqvarna chainsaw ... "Living by the wisdom of computer science doesn't sound so bad after all. And unlike most advice, it's backed up by proofs." -- Algorithms to live by: The computer science of human decisions. ID: 779123 ·

William Rothamel Send message Joined: 25 Oct 06 Posts: 3756 Credit: 1,999,735 RAC: 4	Message 779133 - Posted: 5 Jul 2008, 16:27:51 UTC More off topic while waiting for Luke: I don't have a "Husky" . I have a McCullough but was surprised to find that the extra Stihl chain I found in my garage fit perfectly. I don't remember when or why I bought it. I always wear heavy clothing and the thickest work gloves plus heavy plastic eye shield. I always keep my head and upper body out of direct line of the blade arm. Keep plenty of oil in the reservoir and rest the chain when cutting a thick log section so it doesn't overheat and lose it's tempering. ID: 779133 ·

jason_gee Volunteer developer Volunteer tester Send message Joined: 24 Nov 06 Posts: 7489 Credit: 91,093,184 RAC: 0	Message 779142 - Posted: 5 Jul 2008, 16:31:55 UTC - in response to Message 779133. Last modified: 5 Jul 2008, 16:32:50 UTC ...I don't have a "Husky" . I have a McCullough... Ah yes, the 'famous?' Husqvarna inscription warns against using certain body parts to stop the chain/blade... I guess though you're safe to use whichever body parts you like ;D "Living by the wisdom of computer science doesn't sound so bad after all. And unlike most advice, it's backed up by proofs." -- Algorithms to live by: The computer science of human decisions. ID: 779142 ·

Luke Volunteer developer Send message Joined: 31 Dec 06 Posts: 2546 Credit: 817,560 RAC: 0	Message 779267 - Posted: 5 Jul 2008, 19:50:41 UTC Last modified: 5 Jul 2008, 19:50:54 UTC A Big Hello To all of you! The game is over! The 500 post mark has been breached. Jason Gee wins the last question! Final Standings: 1. William Rothamel - 25 1/2 Points 2. Fred W - 21 1/2 Points 3. Guido.Man - 10 Points 4. Sarge - 7 1/2 Points 5. Mr. Kevvy - 7 Points 6. Dominique - 6 1/2 Points 7. Philadelphia - 6 1/2 Points 8. WinterKnight - 6 Points 9. Jason gee - 5 1/2 Points 10. John McLeod VII - 1 Point 11. Labbie - 1 Point 12. Scary Capitalist - 1/2 Point 13. TBD... I will announce the winners in a few minutes.... Thank you all for playing! Luke. - Luke. ID: 779267 ·

Fred W Volunteer tester Send message Joined: 13 Jun 99 Posts: 2524 Credit: 11,954,210 RAC: 0	Message 779275 - Posted: 5 Jul 2008, 20:06:27 UTC @Luke, A big thank you to you for providing this diversion over the past few weeks. F. ID: 779275 ·

Luke Volunteer developer Send message Joined: 31 Dec 06 Posts: 2546 Credit: 817,560 RAC: 0	Message 779284 - Posted: 5 Jul 2008, 20:25:17 UTC 505 Posts... 12 Participants... 88 Questions... Nearly 3 Months... But... There can only be 1 Thread Champion... The Thread Champion Is: Bill a.k.a William Rothamel!!! Thank you for participating Bill, you won! The Thread Vice-Champion Is: Fred!!! Well Done Fred! I couldn't bear saying your Runner-Up, it's too lousy considering what you have done!!! The Thread Late Winner Is: Jason Gee!!! Congratulations Jason! The Thread Spot Prize 1 Winner Is: Sarge!!! The Thread Spot Prize 2 Winner Is: Philadelphia!!! But the Biggest Congratulations go to: Guido.man, Mr. Kevvy, Dominique, Winterknight, John McLeod VII, Labbie, and Scary Capitalist! I Welcome each & every single one of you to participate in Simple Maths Problems II, coming in a a week or two, I promise to all of you, the problems will be alot easier! For now though, take a break, and have a rest... I will leave this thread open for 24 hours so people can congratulate everyone else... Thank you all for participating! Luke. - Luke. ID: 779284 ·

William Rothamel Send message Joined: 25 Oct 06 Posts: 3756 Credit: 1,999,735 RAC: 4	Message 779303 - Posted: 5 Jul 2008, 20:47:15 UTC Congratulations to all especially to Luke for getting over 5000 views of his thread. I enjoyed all of everyone's insights in solving the puzzles. Best Regards, Bill AKA DADDIO here are some good uses for Luke's Math Puzzles: ID: 779303 ·

Philadelphia Volunteer tester Send message Joined: 12 Feb 07 Posts: 1590 Credit: 399,688 RAC: 0	Message 779318 - Posted: 5 Jul 2008, 20:57:13 UTC Congratulations to everyone!!! ID: 779318 ·

Fred W Volunteer tester Send message Joined: 13 Jun 99 Posts: 2524 Credit: 11,954,210 RAC: 0	Message 779324 - Posted: 5 Jul 2008, 21:00:45 UTC And particular congrats to Philly for keeping the RAC high enough to keep participating ;) F. ID: 779324 ·

Luke Volunteer developer Send message Joined: 31 Dec 06 Posts: 2546 Credit: 817,560 RAC: 0	Message 779524 - Posted: 6 Jul 2008, 5:11:07 UTC Last modified: 6 Jul 2008, 5:11:28 UTC Thanks guys! None of this would be possible without you! Now, may this thread be... closed! Ta da! Cya All - In the next thread soon! Luke. - Luke. ID: 779524 ·

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