Can you solve the Mondrian squares riddle? - Gord Hamilton
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Dutch artist Piet Mondrian’s abstract, rectangular paintings inspired mathematicians to create a two-fold challenge. Can you solve the puzzle and get to the lowest score possible? Gordon Hamilton shows how.
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To practice solving more riddles, explore the math site MathPickle.
Want to find out other possible solutions to solving the riddle? Click here.
To practice solving more riddles, explore the math site MathPickle.

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