2.20.2011

17 sheep

One more riddle, it's also a well-known one here, but I'm sure some of you have similar ones. :)
Enjoy it! The "real" Maths tasks will begin soon!

17 Sheep

Posted by ivasil at 4:53 AM
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  1. zakariaFebruary 23, 2011 at 12:35 PM

    8 to the oldest, 6 to the second, 2 to the youngesst and one to the younger sister

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  2. ivasilFebruary 23, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    You funny guy! There is no sister! Try harder! :)

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  3. Eva BauerovaMarch 1, 2011 at 1:46 PM

    Gabriela and Alena´s solution:
    Sons have to borrow 1 sheep (they will have 18 sheep). The oldest son has 9 sheep (half of 18 sheep), the second 6 sheep (a third) and the youngest 2 sheep = 17 sheep. And then they can return 1 sheep.

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  4. ivasilMarch 1, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    Right! Congratulations to Gabriela and Alena!

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