MATH RIDDLE or THERE ARE NO Xs or Ys in Z

  • Pick a number between 1 and 10.

  • Multiply that number by the number 9.

  • If you have a 2 digit number ( i.e. 13) add those two numbers (1 + 3) together.  

  • From that number, subtract the number 5.

  • Now convert the remainder from a numerical value to an alpha letter with the condition that if 1 then a, if 2 then b…

  • With the letter in mind, think of a country whose name starts with that letter.  

  • With that country in mind, think of an animal whose name begins with the last letter of the country. 

  • With the animal in mind, think of a fruit whose name begins with the last letter of that animal.

 

There are no oranges or kangaroos in Denmark!

1 thought on “MATH RIDDLE or THERE ARE NO Xs or Ys in Z

  1. It was great meeting you and your partner/friend today. You’re Golden is a great one to my friend. Great math riddle. Will get Dena with this tonight. Having fun exploring your very interesting website. As far as you moving … Port Townsend is a gem. Water and forests with a great history too.

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