KenKen
Caged number puzzle
KenKen is a numerical logic puzzle played on a grid divided into outlined groups called cages.
Each cage shows a target number and arithmetic operation; you must fill cells with digits that produce that result while ensuring no digit repeats in any row or column.
Similar to sudoku but incorporating basic math: I do the KenKen in the newspaper every morning.
Logic grid puzzle
- crosswordClue-based letter grid
- brainteaserPuzzle demanding clever thought
- riddlePuzzling question to solve
- enigmaSomething hard to fathom
conundrum · stumper · cryptogram · logic puzzle · number puzzle · mindbender · teaser · diversion
Mathematics of basic operations
- additionJoining quantities mathematically
- subtractionRemoving quantities mathematically
- multiplicationProduct-finding operation
- divisionSplitting into parts
numbers · calculation · computation · numeracy · equations · operations · fractions · numerical
Basic biological units
- cagesBarred enclosures for confinement
- squaresFour-sided equal figures
- rowsSide-by-side sequences
- columnsUpright structural shafts
matrix · layout · pattern · framework · structure · diagram · tableau · coordinates
Drawing logical conclusions
- deductionConclusion from premises
- inferenceConclusion reached through reasoning
- analysisMethodical study of parts
- strategyPlanned approach to goals
problem-solving · critical thinking · cognition · judgment · rationale · coherence · validity · conclusion
Sustained single-minded attention
- perseveranceSustained resolve despite obstacles
- determinationFirmness of purpose
- patienceCalm during delays
- focusConcentrated attention point
ingenuity · insight · eureka · trial and error · elimination · notation · marking · candidates
sudoku
Logic grid puzzle
- crosswordClue-based letter grid
- brainteaserPuzzle demanding clever thought
- riddlePuzzling question to solve
enigma · conundrum · stumper · cryptogram · logic puzzle · number puzzle · mindbender · teaser · diversion · pastime
arithmetic
Mathematics of basic operations
- additionJoining quantities mathematically
- subtractionRemoving quantities mathematically
- multiplicationProduct-finding operation
division · numbers · calculation · computation · numeracy · equations · operations · fractions · numerical · quantitative
cells
Basic biological units
columns · matrix · layout · pattern · framework · structure · diagram · tableau · coordinates · partitions
reasoning
Drawing logical conclusions
- deductionConclusion from premises
- inferenceConclusion reached through reasoning
- analysisMethodical study of parts
strategy · problem-solving · critical thinking · cognition · judgment · rationale · coherence · validity · conclusion · premise
concentration
Sustained single-minded attention
- perseveranceSustained resolve despite obstacles
- determinationFirmness of purpose
- patienceCalm during delays
focus · ingenuity · insight · eureka · trial and error · elimination · notation · marking · candidates · techniques
KenKenSudoku
Logic grid puzzle
crossword puzzle · word search · cryptogram · acrostic · anagram
KenKenteam sports
Competitions played collectively
physical exercise · conversation · dancing · meditation · sleep
KenKenfree writing
Uncensored, continuous prose generation
brainstorming · daydreaming · abstract painting · jazz improvisation · sandcastle building