2007 January

First the two women cross the river together (10 min). Then the quick woman (5) returns (+5=15).

Now the two men cross the river (+25=40). The other woman (10) returns with the boat (+10=50).
Now both women take their last journey to be re-united with their men … (+10=60).

YES ! You made it, they have crossed the […]

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