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  An Engaging Puzzle to Explore Algebraic Generalizations

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Tod L. Shockey and David M. Bradley

April 2006, Volume 99, Issue 8, Page 532

Abstract:
This article describes the connection between a novel puzzle and uses of algebra to generalize the fewest moves to solve it.

Classification:
Algebra/Algebraic Thinking
 Games and Puzzles

Additional Keywords:
Algebra, Games and Puzzles

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