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This cuboid of small cubes, 6 long, 3 deep and 3 high, is painted all over and taken apart. How many small cubes have exactly two painted faces?

Competition practiceDice & Cubes
  • A16
  • B32
  • C24
  • D40

Step-by-Step Solution

Non-corner cubes on the edges: 4 long edges with each (16), 4 depth edges with each (4) and 4 upright edges with 1 each (4). Total .
Answer: C) 24

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