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Problem of the Week:
Bored? Have too much free time? Or just looking for an interesting math problem? Check out the problem of the week!

Counterfeit Coin:
You have a balance scale and 12 coins, 1 of which is counterfeit. The counterfeit weighs less or more than the other coins. Can you determine the counterfeit in 3 weighings, and tell if it is heavier or lighter?

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