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Age 14 to 18 Challenge Level:
It is not envisaged that this problem would be used as a class problem.  It is more appropriate for an enthusiastic student or small group of students looking for a challenge to work on independently.
The NRICH Project aims to enrich the mathematical experiences of all learners. To support this aim, members of the NRICH team work in a wide range of capacities, including providing professional development for teachers wishing to embed rich mathematical tasks into everyday classroom practice.
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