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mike_organon
on Nov 21, 2009
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Mathematician solves rowing boat "wiggle" problem
I wouldn't expect so, at least by the math. It looks is pretty simple. Number the seats 1 to 8, then for each side sum the seat numbers. The standard rig gives 16 and 20, but all 4 of these solutions are 18, 18.
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