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APMOPS 2008 Question 24

APMOPS · APMOPS 2008

Question 24

Peter and Jane take turns subtracting positive perfect squares from a whole number; the first to reach zero wins. Starting from 29, Peter moves first. Which perfect square must he subtract to guarantee a win? (4, 9 and 16 are examples of perfect squares.)