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Target Number
Four numbers. One target. Combine them your way and see a worked solution.
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Target Number: 42
2348
Use each number exactly once. You may use +, −, ×, ÷ and parentheses. Fractions and negative intermediate results are allowed. You cannot join digits or use powers.
A small hint
Try combining two pairs, then multiply the results.
One possible solution
(8-2)×(3+4) = 42
- 8 − 2 = 6
- 3 + 4 = 7
- 6 × 7 = 42
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(8-2)×(3+4) = 42
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Try grouping numbers with parentheses. A correct answer may differ from the example: every valid expression that reaches the target is accepted.
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