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Mathegocart

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Ant and crumb problem

has been given to me as homework to be done. It asks for me to give a proper explanation why as well. Optimal path refers to the path that would minimize the length of the voracious ant's travel. I am thoroughly befuddled by the "it includes the floor and ceiling" hunt as the optimal path does not seem to go through as presupposed.

Last edited by Mathegocart (2016-09-06 12:51:14)

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bumpkin

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Re: Ant and crumb problem

Hi;

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thickhead

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Re: Ant and crumb problem

Last edited by thickhead (2016-09-06 17:36:06)

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Mathegocart

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Re: Ant and crumb problem

Hi;

I am getting something around 46..

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He will be sorely missed.

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bumpkin

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Re: Ant and crumb problem

The answer is supposed to be 50 as you can see from post#2 and #3

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In mathematics, you don't understand things. You just get used to them.
If it ain't broke, fix it until it is.
Always satisfy the Prime Directive of getting the right answer above all else.

thickhead

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Re: Ant and crumb problem

diagram courtesy basketballstar123
I am using the diagram for identifying vertices only.

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{1}Vasudhaiva Kutumakam.{The whole Universe is a family.}
(2)Yatra naaryasthu poojyanthe Ramanthe tatra Devataha
{Gods rejoice at those places where ladies are respected.}