Problem of the Week February 27, 2008

February 28, 2008

Problem of the Week from mathbyjoe.com

Here it is in case you didn't receive it the first time.

On a regular basis, each of you will receive a specially
designed problem to get you thinking. For those of you who
submit a correct answer, you will be eligible for discounts

on my collection of ebooks, as well as recognition on my
website. So good luck, and here's to problem solving.
Remember, you must work your brain in order that it get
stronger.

Scientific research done at Stanford University has shown
that regular mental exercise, such as that performed in
doing brain teasers, riddles, and the like, improves
cognitive functioning and brain health. Come work out your
brain with these fascinating problems and brain teasers.
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So here goes for this week: Why are manhole covers round as
opposed to some other shape? Hint: Think of what could
possibly happen if these covers were not in this shape.