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subtracting 8 from 26 reveals that the value of the sweater is 18, which confirms that the stated result of 16 is false.\"},{\"question\":\"Why are there three different equations presented?\",\"answer\":\"The three equations provide a series of logical premises, where two are mathematically sound and one is intentionally constructed as a lie, requiring the student to verify each to find the discrepancy.\"}]","Ugly Sweater Day - Two Truths and One Lie - Math Puzzle | PDF"]