You and a friend are planning on hiking separately and meeting at a lake neither of you have ever been to before. The map shows it to be a hilly area, with plenty of streams and trees.

You're sure you can find the lake, and walk around it if necessary, but visibility might be poor. Where should you arrange to meet to be sure of finding each other?

There is a simple solution to this problem, which outdoorsy types should be familiar with.

(In reply to I have a guess. by Samantha)

While this is true, the problem is asking you to arrange to meet at a specific place. With your strategy, at the worst case scenatio, each person will have to walk almost halfway around the lake.

I think Jim's idea is correct, but wonder if he can provide any information on the lake that breaks the rule. I tried to google it earlier and couldn't find anything.

Posted by levik on 2002-12-30 13:30:04