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It is easier to work backwards from <math>200</math>, and have keys that display [-1] and [x0.5]. Use the second key when the number is e
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This takes <math>\boxed{\textbf{(B)}\ 9}</math> keystrokes.
 
ven, and the first key when the number is odd until you get one. We get:
 
 
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Revision as of 16:26, 27 September 2020

Problem

A certain calculator has only two keys [+1] and [x2]. When you press one of the keys, the calculator automatically displays the result. For instance, if the calculator originally displayed "9" and you pressed [+1], it would display "10." If you then pressed [x2], it would display "20." Starting with the display "1," what is the fewest number of keystrokes you would need to reach "200"?

$\textbf{(A)}\ 8\qquad\textbf{(B)}\ 9\qquad\textbf{(C)}\ 10\qquad\textbf{(D)}\ 11\qquad\textbf{(E)}\ 12$

Solution

hI kIDS i am bob AND I SHALL EAT YOU. NEVETR COME AND TRY TO HURT ME. I AM THE GOD OF HACKING YOur butt smells

See Also

2005 AMC 8 (ProblemsAnswer KeyResources)
Preceded by
Problem 23
Followed by
Problem 25
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