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Brain Busters! Mind-Stretching Puzzles in Math and Logic
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Author/Editor: Barry R. Clarke
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51 original puzzles include complex crosswords, a collection of amusing stories with a series of clues that lead to a single solution at the end, and an advanced series of math and logic puzzles — no skills beyond high school algebra needed. Most puzzles include hints; solutions are provided fo...  read more
 


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Product Description:

51 original puzzles include complex crosswords, a collection of amusing stories with a series of clues that lead to a single solution at the end, and an advanced series of math and logic puzzles — no skills beyond high school algebra needed. Most puzzles include hints; solutions are provided for all.
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Product Details:

ISBN 10: 0486427552
ISBN 13: 9780486427553
Author/Editor: Barry R. Clarke
Format: Book
Grade level: 6 and Up (ages 11 and up)
Page Count: 96
Dimensions: 5 3/8 x 8 1/2
Publication date: September 2003
Table of Contents: Click here to view the Table of Contents

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