TED-Ed: Can you solve the human cannonball riddle? | Alex Rosenthal

The video tutorial follows a human cannonball act that faces sabotage. The cannon, designed by an eccentric mentor, requires precise energy cell distribution to function correctly. The tutorial guides viewers through solving a puzzle to determine the correct number and placement of energy cells, ensuring the act's success. The narrative concludes with a hint at the saboteur's identity.

What unexpected event occurred during the pre-flight test of the human cannonball act?

• The cannon's metal coils were missing.

• The trapeze artist refused to perform.

• The cannon was sabotaged by increasing its power to the maximum.

• The cannon malfunctioned due to a power outage.

How many energy cells are required on each side of the cannon?

• 8 energy cells

• 24 energy cells

• 16 energy cells

• 11 energy cells

What is the relationship between the number of energy cells in the upper and lower levels of the cannon?

• Both levels have the same number of cells.

• The upper level has twice as many cells as the lower level.

• The lower level has twice as many cells as the upper level.

• The upper level has half as many cells as the lower level.

What is the total number of energy cells needed to solve the puzzle?

• 30 energy cells

• 27 energy cells

• 33 energy cells

• 24 energy cells

Where should the '2' energy cell be placed in the lower level to ensure the correct configuration?

• In any chamber

• In the upper level

• In a middle chamber

• In a corner chamber