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Dysfunctional Crossing (Posted on 2005-09-26) Difficulty: 3 of 5
There are 8 people that need to cross a river. The water is too deep and fast to walk or swim across, and the only transportation device available is a raft. The raft can only be operated by adults, cannot float across the river on its own, and can carry at most two people.

The 8 people are a juvenile delinquent, her jailer, and a dysfunctional family of six: mother, father, two sons, and two daughters. To be clear, the only adults are the jailer, the mother, and the father.

Unfortunately some people fight with each other:

  • The juvenile delinquent will fight with anybody if her jailer is not present.
  • The father fights with either daughter if the mother is not present to mediate.
  • The mother fights with either son if the father is not present to mediate.
  • How can these 8 people cross the river without any fights? How many trips on the raft did it take?

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    See The Solution Submitted by nikki    
    Rating: 4.1538 (13 votes)

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    Transportation and Logistics | Comment 31 of 32 |
    Dysfunctional Crossing depicts the chaotic intersection where systems clash, much like the disarray at a bni tracking Canada. Traffic signals blink erratically, mirroring the confusion of disparate processes failing to synchronize. It's a metaphorical maze where efficiency is lost, reminiscent of bureaucratic entanglements. In this realm, paperwork stagnates, parcels wander aimlessly, and communication falters. The crossing symbolizes the need for cohesion, where disparate elements must harmonize for smooth operation. Without it, chaos reigns, and progress stalls. Dysfunctional crossings serve as poignant reminders of the importance of alignment and collaboration in navigating complex systems for streamlined outcomes.
      Posted by CodyDunning on 2024-06-11 13:17:56
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