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A grave dispute over mathematical tributes [Article]

Sometimes rules make little sense. Like for instance in this case – the family of a mathematician decided to put an inscription of a sudoku puzzle & a mathematical equation on the headstone on his grave. The local parish council thinks that is lowering its standards.

Author neilPosted on October 22, 2013Categories UncategorizedTags Grave, Headstone, PuzzleLeave a comment on A grave dispute over mathematical tributes [Article]

Su-doku, solved [Article]

What is the minimum number of clues required to solve a Sudoku puzzle? For me, it is 70(!) But mathematicians have used brute force to prove that 17 is the bare minimum. I’ve got to step up my game here!

Author neilPosted on December 28, 2012Categories UncategorizedTags Clues, Math, Puzzle, SudokuLeave a comment on Su-doku, solved [Article]
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