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So obvious....? (Posted on 2003-02-19) Difficulty: 3 of 5
Why do you think manholes are round in shape?

(You need to think a little crooked for this )

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re(5): A solution | Comment 15 of 38 |
(In reply to re(4): A solution by Charlie)

I don't think it would be possible to fit a triangular cover through in a method you describe, since the hole will always be slightly narrower than the cover so that the cover can rest on it when closed.

I do agree with the argument about being harder for a man to climb through.

But actually, i think that the lack of need to orient the cover properly in order to close it is the most compelling argument I have heard. (It's actually one that not many people come up with.)
  Posted by levik on 2003-02-20 05:04:39

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