Problem of the Week - August 31, 2008

August 31, 2008

Problem of the Week - August 31, 2008: MATHBYJOE

Here is your problem of the week to work that beautiful muscle called the brain. Remember: 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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Now for this week: A dartboard consists of a square incribed in a circle and another circle inscribed in that square. How many times more likely are you to hit within the larger circle than you are to hit within the smaller circle, assuming your dart lands on the board?