Connected Loops
In this puzzle we challenge you to find a way to tie the three loops of string together so that untying any one of them causes the other two to be disconnected.
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Can you tie three loops of string together in such a way that they are all connected, so that if you pick up one loop, the others will come with it? Here's one way. |
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If you now untie the blue string, the green and red loops are no longer connected. |
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But, if you untie the red string instead of the blue one, the other two loops remain attached. |
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Similarly, if you untie the green string, the red and blue loops remain connected to each other. |
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The ChallengeCan you find a way to tie the three loops together so that untying any one of them causes the other two to be disconnected? |
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