HardMath and Logic
Break stick at 2 random points. Triangle prob?
Riddle
Break stick at 2 random points. Triangle prob?
Choose an answer
A.1/2
B.1/3
C.1/8
D.2026-01-04
Hint: It's a 2-word phrase with 0 letters, starting with "2".
Answer
2026-01-04
Why this is the answer
Using the 'triangle inequality' theorem, no piece can be longer than 0.5m. Visualizing this on a 2D plot of possible break points shows the 'success' area is 1/4 of the total area.
This riddle is filed under Expert Riddles for Adults and rated Hard.
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