Math & Logic · Ages 10–12
Riddle #94
You have 8 identical-looking coins. One is a fake that's slightly heavier than the rest. Using a balance scale, what's the fewest number of weighings you need to guarantee finding the fake?
You solved this one before
Answer: 2 weighings
Split the coins 3-3-2. Weigh the two groups of 3 first, then narrow down with one more weighing.