Matchstick problem - 1

Logic Level 3

If six matchsticks are given to you, then what is the maximum number of equilateral triangles you can make by connecting them?

Details and Assumptions:

  • You must connect the matchsticks only by their endpoints.

  • You can't break the matchsticks.

  • All of the matchsticks are of same size.

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