Solution to Problem 29

Karrie Mazurkiewicz, Ray Kremer,

and Mike Fitzpatrick

One incomplete answer was received. Four incorrect submissions were received.

This problem can be solved as a minimization problem by using calculus, but the following geometric solution is somewhat nicer. Cut the cube open and lay it flat. Then the shortest distance is instantly visible.

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