Life or Death Riddle

This riddle about a harrowing life or death situation combines skill, forethought, and proves how math and physics might be used in everyday life. Would you survive this situation?

The Setup

You are on a horse, moving forward at a constant speed.

On your right side is a sharp drop off.

On your left side is an elephant traveling at the same speed as you.

Directly in front of you is a bounding kangaroo, and your horse is unable to overtake it.

Directly behind you is a lion, running at the same speed as you and the kangaroo.

The Question

What must you do to get out of this seemingly dangerous situation safely?

See if you can figure out the answer before scrolling down to it below.

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The Answer

Get your drunk ass off that merry-go-round and go home to sleep it off.

Posted February 1, 2012 8:00 AM

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