How can you escape a circle without crossing it?

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In summary, to get out of a closed circle drawn on a sheet of paper without crossing it or having the pencil leave the paper, you can either touch a corner of the paper into the circle, transfer the pencil, and unfold the paper, or use a pencil with a rubber to rub out part of the circle and leave through the gap. Another option is to punch a hole through the paper with the sharp pencil and move it to the other side. It is important to note that the circle cannot be cut or broken in order to successfully complete this task.
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Draw a closed circle on a sheet of paper. Put the pencil on the center of the circle. You have to get out of the circle without crossing it and the pencil cannot leave the sheet of paper.
 
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Touch a corner of the paper into the circle, transfer the pencil, and unfold
 
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1- If the pencil has a rubber, rub out part of the circle and leave through the gap.

2- punch a hole through the paper with the sharp pencil & move it to the other side.
 
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Whozum was right...I should have added : the circle cannot be cut or broken...
 
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that trick was on the Mr. Rogers show like 10 years back :) lol
 

FAQ: How can you escape a circle without crossing it?

How can you escape a circle without crossing it?

One way to escape a circle without crossing it is by using tangents. Tangents are lines that touch a circle at only one point and do not cross it. By using tangents, you can move along the perimeter of the circle without ever crossing it.

Can you escape a circle by going in a straight line?

No, it is not possible to escape a circle by going in a straight line. This is because a straight line will always cross the circle at some point, thus not fulfilling the criteria of escaping without crossing it.

Are there any mathematical equations or formulas for escaping a circle without crossing it?

Yes, there are mathematical equations and formulas that can be used to escape a circle without crossing it. These typically involve the use of tangents, as mentioned in the first question.

Is it possible to escape a circle without ever touching any part of it?

Yes, it is possible to escape a circle without ever touching any part of it. This can be achieved by using a tangent that is parallel to the circle's circumference. However, this would require precise calculations and is not a practical method for escaping a circle.

Can you escape a circle without any outside assistance?

Yes, it is possible to escape a circle without any outside assistance. This can be done by using your own knowledge and understanding of geometry, specifically the concept of tangents. However, in some cases, it may be helpful to have a visual aid or mathematical tools to accurately escape the circle.

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