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Hercules decides to hire seven painters to complete seven of his labors and bargains with each to determine the best price he can get.What is the minimum cost to complete these labors and which painter must complete which labor? All numbers in the table are the costs (in Drachmas).
Hercules decides to hire seven painters to complete seven of his labors and bargains with each to determine the best price he can get.What is the minimum cost to complete these labors and which painter must complete which labor? All numbers in the table are the costs (in Drachmas).


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Specialized Laborers

Workers skilled in specific fields or tasks, contributing to the efficiency and development of industries and economies through their expertise.

Lagash

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Skilled craftsmen who make fine furniture from wood, employing various techniques to create functional and decorative pieces.

Hammurabi's Reign

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