62. Sharing Seven Eggs Among Three Sons A father has only seven whole eggs and wants to give exactly the same amount of egg to each of his three sons. He may do anything he likes to the eggs, but he cannot obtain any more eggs nor throw any away.How can he divide the seven eggs so that each son receives an equal share? Added 22 October 2019 Show Hint Show Solution Hint: Nothing says the eggs must remain whole. Think about mixing or measuring the contents. Solution: Break all seven eggs into a bowl and beat them together. The total mixture can then be weighed or measured and divided into three portions of equal weight or volume. Cook or serve the portions, and each son receives exactly one-third of the total egg content.(Any equivalent method that involves breaking the eggs, thoroughly mixing them, and then splitting the mixture evenly is also valid.)
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