I have a balance scale. If I put a 1lb weight on one side and a 1lb weight on the other, it will balance. I am able to measure any weight in 1lb increments from 1 to 40lb with only 4 weights. What are the 4 weights?
You can find the answer here.
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I have a balance scale. If I put a 1lb weight on one side and a 1lb weight on the other, it will balance. I am able to measure any weight in 1lb increments from 1 to 40lb with only 4 weights. What are the 4 weights?
You can find the answer here.
I have a balance scale. If I put a 1lb weight on one side and a 1lb weight on the other, it will balance. I am able to measure any weight in 1lb increments from 1 to 40lb with only 4 weights. What are the 4 weights?
You can find the answer here.
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