Math Doctor

The River Crossing Puzzle

A farmer must cross a river with a fox, a chicken, and a bag of grain.

The boat can carry only the farmer and one item.

• If left alone, the fox will eat the chicken.
• If left alone, the chicken will eat the grain.

The Challenge

How can the farmer safely transport everything across the river?

Solution

1. Take the chicken across.
2. Return alone.
3. Take the fox across.
4. Bring the chicken back.
5. Take the grain across.
6. Return alone.
7. Take the chicken across again.

Why Logic Puzzles Matter

Logic puzzles help develop careful reasoning and problem-solving skills.