Crack the Code: Hedge Fund Millennium’s Latest Brainteaser Stumps Many Senior Mathematicians

Hedge fund Millennium has recently released a new brainteaser via social media, challenging job applicants to flex their mathematical muscles. The question, which has been described as a “classic Math Olympiad” problem by one Goldman Sachs analyst, has sparked a flurry of responses from senior mathematicians in the industry.

Credit Suisse alum and Morningstar DBRS executive Chen Zou reportedly solved the puzzle in her “relax time,” noting that her middle school-aged daughter could understand her solution. The answer, as revealed by Millennium, is 3^2025, with various respondents arriving at this conclusion through different methods.

Goldman Sachs engineering apprentice Jabir Haque explained that if T(n) is equal to 3n digits, then the largest power of three that divides it is 3^(n+1), leading to the answer of 3^2025. PhD physicist Aneesh Sivasankaran took a different approach, dividing by three and grouping results to find that 3^(answer-1) equaled the number of digits.

Interestingly, AI chatbots did not fare well with this particular question, with responses ranging from 2024 to 27. This serves as a reminder that when it comes to complex mathematical conundrums, human expertise still reigns supreme.

For those who may have struggled with this brainteaser, fear not – you’re not alone. If you have a tip, story, or comment to share, you can reach out via SMS, Whatsapp, voicemail, Telegram, or email. And remember, all comments on this article are moderated by real humans, so your input is valued.

In a world where mathematical prowess can make or break your career in finance, it’s clear that staying sharp in this area is crucial. So, brush up on your skills and tackle those tricky problems – who knows, you might just land your dream job at a hedge fund like Millennium.