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Is it the box or the “yes” that does not fit?

· Win Vector · June 17, 2026, 8:37 p.m.
mathematics Opinion boxes llm problem-solving logic Puzzle Solving Creative Thinking
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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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