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How many people need to cross the river in total?
How many people need to cross the river in total?
36
What is the maximum number of people that can sit in the boat at once?
What is the maximum number of people that can sit in the boat at once?
6
What is the minimum number of times needed for all 36 people to cross the river?
What is the minimum number of times needed for all 36 people to cross the river?
6
What is the main challenge in getting all 36 people across the river?
What is the main challenge in getting all 36 people across the river?
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How can the 36 people strategize to cross the river efficiently?
How can the 36 people strategize to cross the river efficiently?
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Study Notes
River Crossing Problem
- A total of 36 people need to cross the river.
- The maximum number of people that can sit in the boat at once is not specified.
- The minimum number of times needed for all 36 people to cross the river is unknown and depends on the strategy used.
- The main challenge in getting all 36 people across the river is the limited capacity of the boat.
- The 36 people can strategize to cross the river efficiently by finding the optimal sequence of boat trips and passenger combinations to minimize the number of trips.
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Challenge yourself with the river crossing riddle where 36 people need to cross the river using a boat that can seat only 6 people. Discover the minimum number of times required for all individuals to cross and strategize an efficient plan for crossing.
