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Here are some random problems spanning math, logic, real-world scenarios, and creative thinking,

along with their solutions:

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### **1. Math Problem: Compound Interest**

**Problem**:

You invest ₹50,000 in a bank offering an annual interest rate of 8% compounded yearly. What will be
the value of the investment after 10 years?

**Solution**:

Compound Interest formula:

\[ A = P (1 + r/n)^{nt} \]

Where:

- \( A \) = Future value

- \( P \) = Principal = ₹50,000

- \( r \) = Annual interest rate = 8% = 0.08

- \( n \) = Number of compounding periods per year = 1

- \( t \) = Time in years = 10

\[ A = 50,000 (1 + 0.08/1)^{1 \times 10} \]

\[ A = 50,000 (1.08)^{10} \]

\[ A \approx 50,000 \times 2.1589 \]

\[ A \approx ₹1,07,945 \]

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### **2. Logic Problem: Coin Puzzle**

**Problem**:

You have 12 coins, and one is fake. The fake coin is either heavier or lighter, but you don't know
which. You have a balance scale. Determine the fake coin in **3 weighings**.
**Solution**:

- Divide the coins into 3 groups of 4. Weigh two groups.

- If equal, the fake is in the third group.

- If unequal, the fake is in the heavier/lighter group.

- Take the suspected group of 4 coins. Divide into 2 groups of 2. Weigh them.

- Repeat the process to identify the single fake coin.

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### **3. Real-World Problem: Delivery Optimization**

**Problem**:

A delivery driver must deliver packages to 10 locations in the shortest time possible. The distance
matrix between locations is given. How would you approach this problem?

**Solution**:

This is a **Traveling Salesman Problem (TSP)**. While finding the exact solution might be
computationally intensive, heuristic algorithms like **Nearest Neighbor** or **Genetic
Algorithms** can be used to approximate a solution.

1. Start at the depot.

2. Choose the nearest location not visited yet.

3. Repeat until all locations are visited.

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### **4. Creative Thinking: New Product Design**

**Problem**:

Design a product to help people avoid smartphone addiction.

**Solution**:

**Product Name**: "FocusBand"

- A wearable device that tracks how often you check your phone.
- Uses AI to detect unnecessary usage (e.g., scrolling social media).

- Sends mild haptic feedback when overused and suggests breaks.

- Gamifies productivity: rewards users for achieving focus goals.

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### **5. Physics Problem: Projectile Motion**

**Problem**:

A ball is thrown with a velocity of 20 m/s at an angle of 30° to the horizontal. How far does it travel
before hitting the ground? (Assume no air resistance.)

**Solution**:

Horizontal range formula:

\[ R = \frac{v^2 \sin(2\theta)}{g} \]

Where:

- \( v \) = 20 m/s

- \( \theta \) = 30°

- \( g \) = 9.8 m/s²

\[ R = \frac{(20)^2 \sin(60)}{9.8} \]

\[ R = \frac{400 \times 0.866}{9.8} \]

\[ R \approx 35.34 \, \text{m} \]

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### **6. Fun Riddle: Number Puzzle**

**Problem**:

I am a two-digit number. The sum of my digits is 9, and when reversed, I am 9 more than the original
number. What number am I?

**Solution**:

Let the number be \( 10x + y \), where \( x \) and \( y \) are digits.


- \( x + y = 9 \)

- \( 10y + x = 10x + y + 9 \)

Simplify the second equation:

\[ 9y - 9x = 9 \]

\[ y - x = 1 \]

Solve the system of equations:

1. \( x + y = 9 \)

2. \( y - x = 1 \)

Adding both equations:

\[ 2y = 10 \, \Rightarrow \, y = 5 \]

\[ x = 9 - 5 = 4 \]

The number is **45**.

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