Question 3
Pete builds a large cube from small white cubes, then paints every outer face black. The number of small cubes with exactly one black face equals the number with every face white. How many small cubes did Pete use?
Original printed choices: A) 8; B) 9; C) 10; D) 11; E) 12
Editorial task: Solve the literal problem, identify any missing condition, and distinguish the intended interpretation.
Original printed choices: A) 8; B) 9; C) 10; D) 11; E) 12
Editorial task: Solve the literal problem, identify any missing condition, and distinguish the intended interpretation.