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Originally Posted by HungLikeJesus
#42 Weights = 1/2, 1+1/2, 4+1/2, 13+1/2
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I just realized, the key is that you can put a weight on the opposite side of the scale. So if I want to weigh out one pound of green beans, I put the 1-1/2 on one side, the 1/2 on the other side, and add green beans until it balances. Very clever.