Yes, I’ve heard of that math puzzle featuring a cow that’s been circulating on Twitter! It’s been generating quite a bit of buzz with people debating the correct solution. Let’s take a look at it together.
The puzzle involves buying and selling a cow multiple times, with each transaction affecting the overall profit. After analyzing the steps, the correct answer to the puzzle is indeed $400.
Here’s the breakdown:
1. Purchase the cow for $800.
2. Sell the cow for $1000, making a profit of $200.
3. Re-purchase the cow for $1100, but since you’ve already made a profit of $200, your effective cost is reduced to $900.
4. Sell the cow again for $1300, making a profit of $400 ($1300 – $900).
2. Sell the cow for $1000, making a profit of $200.
3. Re-purchase the cow for $1100, but since you’ve already made a profit of $200, your effective cost is reduced to $900.
4. Sell the cow again for $1300, making a profit of $400 ($1300 – $900).
So, the total profit from buying and selling the cow is $400.
If you enjoyed tackling this math puzzle, there are plenty more brain teasers out there to challenge your mind and have fun with. From visual puzzles to logic problems, engaging with these puzzles not only entertains but also offers cognitive benefits, enhancing problem-solving skills and critical thinking.
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