Whatzit? Number Fun - 144 / (1 + 4 + 4) = 1*4*4

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In summary, a simple python code was used to find a 3-digit number that follows the pattern of 144 / (1 + 4 + 4) = 1*4*4. The code also found another number, 135, that follows the same pattern. The conversation also mentions trying the code with 2-digit and 4-digit numbers, but no other numbers were found. This led to a moment of embarrassment and a playful punishment of standing in the corner for 13.5 minutes.
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144 / (1 + 4 + 4) = 1*4*4

There is another 3digit number that works similarly: whatzit?
 
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Simple python code found it:
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Code:
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for i in range(1,9):
    for j in range(1,9):
        for k in range(1,9):
            if 100*i + 10*j + k == i*j*k*(i + j + k):
                print(i,j,k)
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It found 144 and 135. Those are the only ones!
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  • #3
Yepper!
Your code is exactly like mine; I use UBasic.

Tried with 2digit and 4digit numbers: none.
 
  • #4
Ackbach said:
Simple python code found it:
[sp]
Code:
[FONT=Courier New]
for i in range(1,9):
    for j in range(1,9):
        for k in range(1,9):
            if 100*i + 10*j + k == i*j*k*(i + j + k):
                print(i,j,k)
[/FONT]
It found 144 and 135. Those are the only ones!
[/sp]

Erm... range(1,9) = (1,...,8) in python.
It's a good thing there are no numbers with a 9 in it!
 
  • #5
I like Serena said:
Erm... range(1,9) = (1,...,8) in python.
It's a good thing there are no numbers with a 9 in it!

Oops! How embarrassing.
 
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Go stand in the corner for 13.5 minutes :)
 

What is the significance of "Whatzit? Number Fun - 144 / (1 + 4 + 4) = 1*4*4"?

The equation "144 / (1 + 4 + 4) = 1*4*4" is an example of a fun math puzzle known as "Whatzit? Number Fun." It involves using basic arithmetic operations to find a solution that satisfies the equation.

How do you solve "Whatzit? Number Fun - 144 / (1 + 4 + 4) = 1*4*4"?

To solve this equation, you must follow the order of operations (PEMDAS) and evaluate the parentheses first. This means adding 1 + 4 + 4 to get 9. Then, divide 144 by 9 to get 16. Finally, use simple multiplication to show that 1*4*4 also equals 16, making it the solution to the equation.

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The purpose of this equation is to challenge individuals to think creatively and use their math skills to find a solution. It can also be used as a fun brain teaser or as a way to introduce basic math concepts to children.

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