Fuse on Fire
A mad bomber is out on the job, making bombs. he has two fuses (pieces of string) of varying thickness […]
Sharpen your creative problem-solving with classic brain teasers and logic puzzles. These questions test lateral thinking, mathematical reasoning, and the ability to find elegant solutions to tricky problems.
Question Types:
Logic puzzles: River crossing, ball weighing, clock problems
Probability: Dice, cards, marbles, coin flips
Mathematical: Number sequences, geometry, combinatorics
Estimation: Fermi problems and approximations
Skills Developed:
Thinking outside the box
Breaking down complex scenarios
Finding elegant, non-obvious solutions
Communication and explanation
Interview Context: Common at Google, Palantir, and consulting firms. Tests problem-solving approach more than coding ability.
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