Riddle Hints for August 31, 2025
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Hint 1: Category
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Hint 1: Category
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This is a math riddle. Difficulty: medium.
Hint 2: First Letter
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Hint 2: First Letter
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The answer starts with the letter "T".
Hint 3: In-Game Hint
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Hint 3: In-Game Hint
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Each weighing gives you three possible outcomes.
Hint 4: More Detail
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Hint 4: More Detail
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3 weighings gives 3³ = 27 possible outcomes.
Hint 5: Full Answer
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Hint 5: Full Answer
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The answer is: THREE. With 12 balls and needing to find the odd one (and whether it's heavier or lighter), 3 weighings on a balance scale is both sufficient and necessary. Each weighing triples your information.
Today's Answer
“You have 12 balls and a balance scale. One ball is a different weight. You get only 3 weighings. What's the minimum number of weighings needed to find the odd ball?”
three
With 12 balls and needing to find the odd one (and whether it's heavier or lighter), 3 weighings on a balance scale is both sufficient and necessary. Each weighing triples your information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Riddle of the Day answer today (August 31, 2025)?
The Riddle of the Day answer for August 31, 2025 is "three". With 12 balls and needing to find the odd one (and whether it's heavier or lighter), 3 weighings on a balance scale is both sufficient and necessary. Each weighing triples your information.
How do you play Riddle of the Day?
Read the riddle and type your answer. You have 10 guesses and can reveal up to 4 progressive hints. Articles (a, an, the) are ignored when checking your answer.
What category is today's riddle?
Today's riddle is in the math category and is rated medium difficulty.