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Hint 1
Do not assume the sticks belong in parallel rows; use the available diagonal space.
Hint 2
Treat the tray as a packing problem and place the most restrictive pieces first.
Video summary
The official Professor Puzzle video demonstrates the packing arrangement that fits all eight sticks into the tray.
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Complete Nobel's Dynamite Puzzle solution
Fit all eight wooden sticks into the tray; Professor Puzzle published an official solution video.
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- Archive source
- Professor Puzzle official product record and solution video — Official product record
- Information checked
- 13 June 2026
- Verification status
- Official manufacturer product record and solution video
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- Added during archive research
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