18 October 2015

292. Move 6 to create 14 squares

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There are 2 squares of size 2X2 in the layout above. Make sure you agree.

The challenge now is to move 6 matchsticks to create 14 squares. The squares don't have to be equal in size but all matchsticks must be flat on the surface.

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There are 9 squares of size 1X1, 4 squares of size 2X2 and 1 square of size 3X3.

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3 comments:

  1. assem23 October, 2015 13:48

    Did you think about writing a book ??

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  2. Dawie23 October, 2015 18:28

    Yes many times, but could not find a publisher interested!

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  3. assem05 November, 2015 13:58

    i have somebody who could be interessed but you have to write it in french

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