Thursday Meta-Trivia Question -SOLVED by Kentamanos
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1st George Washington "During the battle of the Wilderness near the Monongahela he had three horses shot out from under him. He showed his coolness under fire in organizing the retreat from the debacle. Washington then organized the First Virginia Regiment, which saw service through the war; however, Washington left the Regiment to serve in the House of Burgesses. " http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Washington#Career[^] :confused: GW, Da'man
shut up dude! That was my answer:mad: :doh: Later, JoeSox “Dream as if you'll live forever, Live as if you'll die today" - James Dean (ISTP) www.joeswammi.com ↔ www.humanaiproject.org
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1st George Washington "During the battle of the Wilderness near the Monongahela he had three horses shot out from under him. He showed his coolness under fire in organizing the retreat from the debacle. Washington then organized the First Virginia Regiment, which saw service through the war; however, Washington left the Regiment to serve in the House of Burgesses. " http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Washington#Career[^] :confused: GW, Da'man
How'd you get X = 1? I see it as 18 (Grant): (P47 - P38) * (F6 - F4) => (47 - 38) * (6 - 4) => *cough* 9 * 2
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How'd you get X = 1? I see it as 18 (Grant): (P47 - P38) * (F6 - F4) => (47 - 38) * (6 - 4) => *cough* 9 * 2
He knows punch cards better than math, I think. Esp. Florida ones.:) Later, JoeSox “Dream as if you'll live forever, Live as if you'll die today" - James Dean (ISTP) www.joeswammi.com ↔ www.humanaiproject.org
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He knows punch cards better than math, I think. Esp. Florida ones.:) Later, JoeSox “Dream as if you'll live forever, Live as if you'll die today" - James Dean (ISTP) www.joeswammi.com ↔ www.humanaiproject.org
*suddenly wonders how many bugs back in the day were caused by hanging chads*
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Grant first saw combat as a 2nd Lt.
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You Sirrah have answered the question in a most timely and laudable manner! Hear ye, Hear ye! All who bear witness to these proceedings attention! Kentamanos has become the first awardee of the coveted GBM to be authorized the Pewter S device. He has distinguished himself by rapidly answering an MTQ completely and wholly with no previous hints or partial solutions. He is hereby authorized to wear the GBM with Pewter S device. In addition, his rapid solving of this puzzle (under 2.5 hours) also qualifies him for the RCM (Rapid Comprehension Medal). A truly expeditious and scholarly effort on his part! His name shall be forever recorded on the rolls of the heroes. Signed, this 23d day of October 2003 Terry O'Nolley
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I'd like to take this opportunity to thank the History Channel (AKA "The WW2 Channel"), google.com, and calc.exe. In all seriousness though, fun game!
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How'd you get X = 1? I see it as 18 (Grant): (P47 - P38) * (F6 - F4) => (47 - 38) * (6 - 4) => *cough* 9 * 2
Kentamanos wrote: (P47 - P38) * (F6 - F4) => (47 - 38) * (6 - 4) => 19 * 2 You are correct - but you typoed this - should be a "9", not "19" Good to see other WWII aircraft afficianados (sic??????)!
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1st George Washington "During the battle of the Wilderness near the Monongahela he had three horses shot out from under him. He showed his coolness under fire in organizing the retreat from the debacle. Washington then organized the First Virginia Regiment, which saw service through the war; however, Washington left the Regiment to serve in the House of Burgesses. " http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Washington#Career[^] :confused: GW, Da'man
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Kentamanos wrote: (P47 - P38) * (F6 - F4) => (47 - 38) * (6 - 4) => 19 * 2 You are correct - but you typoed this - should be a "9", not "19" Good to see other WWII aircraft afficianados (sic??????)!
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It's 3AM here, and I have no idea why I'm still up. :) You now understand why I used calc.exe though...
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I'd like to take this opportunity to thank the History Channel (AKA "The WW2 Channel"), google.com, and calc.exe. In all seriousness though, fun game!
Kentamanos wrote: and calc.exe. :) Kentamanos wrote: In all seriousness though, fun game! I thought this one was going to be tough!
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It's 3AM here, and I have no idea why I'm still up. :) You now understand why I used calc.exe though...
Kentamanos wrote: It's 3AM here, and I have no idea why I'm still up. Go to sleep!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Kentamanos wrote: You now understand why I used calc.exe though calc.exe tells no lies! And if you are nearly brain-dead from being up too late then it is a perfect complement to your dormant brain cells :)
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