Crossing Desert: Moving 10,000 Pounds of Figs with a Boulimic Camel

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In summary: So in summary, you and your camel must move 10000 pounds of figs from Here to There. Here is 1000 miles from There. The maximum amount of grass you can get to There is 1500. So far you have transferred 9000 pounds, so you are a few hundred pounds short. However, with the help of the figs that you will leave behind, you will reach the end.
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vikasj007
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You and your camel must move 10000 pounds of figs from Here to There. Here is 1000 miles from There.
Your main problem is that you have been tricked and given a
boulimic (not sure how it's written (no illiterate jokes)) camel which must eat a pound of figs per mile or else it will refuse to budge. On top of that your camel can only hold 1000 pounds of figs at a time.

What is the maximum amount of grass you can get to There?
 
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So far i got 1500 prolly we could transfer more ...
need more thinking ...

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This may be a spoiler :

This question is the same as the desert-crossing teaser, here

PS : Are we talking figs, or grass ?
 
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If you made a mistake and ment the figgs, not grass, then the answer would be: none.

Since there is 1000 miles to There, the camel must eat 1 pound per mile, that is 1000 pounds of figs per trip to There. But it can carry only 1000 pounds of figs, so it can only get to There, but it won't go back again :smile:

That is of course, if you don't consider that a camel is bulemic. That means that it throws up everithing it eats. That means you get all your figgs back.

In that case you only need 1 pound of figs at all times to fuel your cammel and it will be running from Here to There like crazy carying extra 999 pounds of figs :rofl:
 
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About 1399.77 pounds...
 
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About 1,470 pounds of figs.
 
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Phantomas said:
If you made a mistake and ment the figgs, not grass, then the answer would be: none.

Since there is 1000 miles to There, the camel must eat 1 pound per mile, that is 1000 pounds of figs per trip to There. But it can carry only 1000 pounds of figs, so it can only get to There, but it won't go back again


You forgot to consider some figs could be left along the way to be used later...
 
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NateTG said:
About 1,470 pounds of figs.

How did you get it, Nate?

My best is:

Spend 1000 pounds, and move 9000 pounds to 1000/19 miles from the start point.
Spend 1000 pounds, and move 8000 pounds to (1000/19 + 1000/17) miles from the start.
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Spend 1000 pounds, and move 2000 pounds to (1000/19 + ... +1000/5) = 799.922 miles from the start.

At this point, there are 200.078 miles to go.

So, spend 3*200.078 = 600.23 pounds to reach the end,
with 2000 - 600.23 = 1399.77 pounds.
 
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Rogerio said:
How did you get it, Nate?

My best is:

Spend 1000 pounds, and move 9000 pounds to 1000/19 miles from the start point.
Spend 1000 pounds, and move 8000 pounds to (1000/19 + 1000/17) miles from the start.
.
.
.
Spend 1000 pounds, and move 2000 pounds to (1000/19 + ... +1000/5) = 799.922 miles from the start.

At this point, there are 200.078 miles to go.

So, spend 3*200.078 = 600.23 pounds to reach the end,
with 2000 - 600.23 = 1399.77 pounds.

I used the magic of arithmetic errors. I was only movng the camel whole mile increments and missed a carry - so I should have been at 1377.
 

1. How much weight can a camel carry?

A healthy camel can carry up to 1,000 pounds, but this can vary depending on the terrain and distance of the journey. However, it is not recommended to load a camel with more than 20-25% of its body weight.

2. Why is a camel used to transport the figs?

Camels are known for their ability to endure long journeys in harsh environments, making them ideal for crossing deserts. They are also strong and can carry heavy loads, making them a suitable choice for transporting large quantities of figs.

3. How long does it take to cross the desert with the figs?

The time it takes to cross the desert with 10,000 pounds of figs will depend on various factors such as the distance to be covered, the terrain, and the speed of the camel. On average, it can take anywhere from 10-14 days.

4. What is a boulimic camel?

A boulimic camel is a camel that has a tendency to overeat and then purge its food. This behavior is not common and can be caused by various factors such as stress or lack of food. In the context of this question, it is used to add an element of humor to the title of the research.

5. How do you ensure the figs remain safe and fresh during the journey?

Figs are a delicate fruit and can easily spoil if not handled properly. To ensure they remain safe and fresh during the journey, they are packed in crates and stored in a cool, dry place on the camel's back. The crates are also covered with a cloth to protect them from the sun and prevent them from drying out.

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