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The Indisputable Santa Mathematical Advent Calendar
Day 14

Happy 14th of December!

Throughout the month, to accompany the release of our book on the Mathematics of ChristmasHannah Fry & I are tweeting out Christmathsy bits and pieces, one a day, advent calendar style. Assuming we don’t run out of ideas, that is…

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Answers via the comments or on Twitter. All correct answers will be rewarded with deep respect and warm Christmas wishes. Enjoy!

CLICK HERE TO SEE THE WHOLE CALENDAR SO FAR

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Kidnapped by the Mad Hatter

Having finally finished writing my thesis, I once again have the chance to update the site.

First up, a new puzzle. It is not original – I heard it from a fellow trainee teacher a few years ago, and a quick search confirms that it has popped up in numerous places – but I think it is a particularly good one.

Thinking caps on…

#3: Kidnapped by the Mad Hatter
A coloured hat puzzle!
Published:
 16/03/2015
Difficulty: **
Maths knowledge required: None