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    Suction Strainers, a Hungry Donkey, and the Paradox Of Choice (.PDF Download)

    Feb. 8, 2017
    A hungry donkey enters a barn in search of hay. Much to his delight he discovers two identical haystacks, each on the opposite side of the barn. The donkey stands in the middle of the barn between the two piles of hay... Register or sign in below to download the full article in .PDF format, including high resolution graphics and schematics when applicable.

    A hungry donkey enters a barn in search of hay. Much to his delight he discovers two identical haystacks, each on the opposite side of the barn. The donkey stands in the middle of the barn between the two piles of hay...

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