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Is it the box or the “yes” that does not fit?
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Win Vector
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June 17, 2026, 8:37 p.m.
mathematics
Opinion
boxes
llm
problem-solving
logic
Puzzle Solving
Creative Thinking
Summary
This post presents a classic puzzle involving a boy and a fishing rod that discusses the notion of constraints versus creative problem-solving. It emphasizes how unconventional thinking can lead to surprising solutions.
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