I've tried to solve them but somehow can't get the gist of them.
2006-07-29 21:38:42 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Games & Recreation ➔ Other - Games & Recreation
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Remember its a logical game not mathematical :)
2006-07-29 21:44:50 · answer #1 · answered by SAM 5 · 22⤊ 0⤋
You just have to be very thorough and careful with your notation of the numbers.
Look up and down first, then vertical, then in boxes of nine squares (you can use any order of these, but be methodical about it).
A number from 1-9 can only be used once, so if you find a number in any of those areas, you know it will not be used again in that area.
Let's say there's a 1, a 3 and a 9 in the first row, then your options for the rest of the empty squares in that row would be 2, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8. I would put all of those numbers in the empty squares in that area, and cross them off when they are eliminated as an option. If you keep on figuring out all the rows and all the columns and all the boxes, you will be able to figure out the right numbers by the process of elimination.
There are more complex ways to eliminate numbers, but you need to start with the easier puzzles and methods until you get really good at it. Keep at it- they're very satisfying to complete!
P.S. Always use a pencil and have an eraser handy.
2006-07-29 21:48:12 · answer #2 · answered by keengrrl76 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I look at the small 9-digit squares to see what numbers are missing - then look at the corresponding vertical and horizontal rows to see what numbers will be eliminated so that I can narrow it down. I use a pencil and make tiny numbers within each spot, erasing as the spots are filled so that I am still aware of my choices in each unsolved place. (at least that is MY technique, not sure what others do to solve the puzzles).
Yes, for each puzzle there is only one answer that will totally fit.
I found a game board Sudoku similar to a Scrabble board in that it uses wooden squares (numbers instead of letters). There are books as well. Either is fun, and there are also Sudoku games online. Have fun!
2006-07-29 21:42:19 · answer #3 · answered by still learning at 56 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The more you practice, the better you will get at it. I usually start by looking at the lines (left-right, or up-down) with the most numbers in them, and figuring out which other numbers will fit. I play sudoku at http://www.shockwave.com/gamelanding/dailysudoku.jsp#None it's a new puzzle every day, and you can choose the difficulty. If you try solving easy ones first, you'll get better in no time.
2006-07-29 21:41:14 · answer #4 · answered by Tammy O 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're a beginner, start with books for the basic 1st. Then start working with the big squares that gives you the most numbers 1st. Find out the individual squares that gives you possible solutions. Once u finish the big square, you can also try looking for which vertical/horizontal lines with the most numbers and start working from there. Once u get the hang of it, it would be easy. Good luck!
2006-07-29 21:43:10 · answer #5 · answered by mummytobe 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try putting the numbers 1-9 in each small box. if a whole line has 6 or more numbers in it the other numbers in that line r easier 2 fill in.
i presume u know the rules:
make a line of 1-9 on every row horisontally and vertically and also in every individual box.
2006-07-29 22:00:38 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
don't feel stupid..I cannot do them either..but my 16 year old son can do them and it really pisses me off. The idea is to do one damn square at a time and to make sure that you do not have any of the numbers used more than once in the square. then move onto another square but remember you have to make sure you don't have any numbers overlapping. Sounds easy I know but it drives me insane( which is a really short *** trip) but good luck
2006-07-29 21:48:06 · answer #7 · answered by tamedthing 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
choose a row/column with the most numbers in it. Figure out the missing numbers in that row/column and lightly write in every missing number in each square (in pencil). Then, look in the column/row for each square that has a number pencilled in and eliminate the numbers that can't go there because they are already used. Once you start doing that, you can repeat the process for every other row/column.
2006-07-29 21:44:49 · answer #8 · answered by merigold00 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes I get it right straight off and others I'm there forever rubbing out and starting again.
2006-07-29 21:45:21 · answer #9 · answered by angelcake 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its easy, start with easy sudoku puzzles first
2006-07-29 21:41:02 · answer #10 · answered by John D. 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋