What is the minimum number of toothpicks necessary to spell the word ‘HAT’. (You are not allowed to break or bend any toothpicks)?
What is the minimum number of toothpicks necessary to spell the word ‘HAT’. (You are not allowed to break or bend any toothpicks)?
Explanation
Let's consider the minimum number of toothpicks needed to form each letter:
H: 3 toothpicks (2 vertical, 1 horizontal)
A: 3 toothpicks (2 slanted, 1 horizontal, but assuming standard block letters or simplest form might slightly vary, 3 is a reasonable estimate for a simple 'A')
T: 2 toothpicks (1 vertical, 1 horizontal)
Total: 3 (H) + 3 (A) + 2 (T) = 8