The 19 Camels: A Math Puzzle with a Clever Solution

The video tells a story about an old man's will that divides 19 camels among his three sons, causing a division problem. A villager offers a clever solution by adding his camel to make the total 20, allowing for a fair division. However, a similar attempt in another village fails due to a misunderstanding of the mathematics involved. The wise man explains the importance of understanding the math, specifically the concept of least common multiple (LCM), to solve such problems. The story emphasizes the value of understanding over imitation.

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