Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Feeling Creative?

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I was first exposed to this problem while watching a TED Talk video. It is amazing how a small amount of creativity can lead to simple solutions!

Look at the picture below. You should see a candle, a pack of matches and a box of tacks next to a cardboard wall. Can you figure out, using only the objects on the table, how to attach the candle to the wall, so that the candle burns properly and does not drip wax on the table or the floor?



Can you figure out the answer?


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Now, here’s the correct solution; you need to empty the box of tacks, use the tacks to pin the box to the wall, and place the candle in the box. The box acts as a candle holder!




Feeling Creative?

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