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Recreational mathematics or puzzles with serious mathematical content. Note that math contest problems are generally considered off-topic.

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Generalization of the two bucket puzzle

The classic puzzle goes something like this: "You are standing in front of a lake with a 3 gallon bucket and a 5 gallon bucket, how can you get 4 gallons of water?" …
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