A Scientist Has Two Buckets, One Holds Four Gallons and the Other

question 15

Essay

A scientist has two buckets, one holds four gallons and the other holds five gallons. In addition, the scientist also has an unlimited water supply. By using nothing but the buckets and water, how can the scientist accurately measure three gallons of water?

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Definitions:

Quantitative Restriction

A limit on the importation of certain goods that is imposed on the basis of number of units, weight, or value for national economic reason, or for the protection of domestic industry; prohibited by GATT.

Forum Non Conveniens

A legal doctrine allowing courts to dismiss a case if another court or forum is more suited to hear the case, usually due to convenience factors.

Personal Jurisdiction

Refers to a court's authority over the parties involved in a legal case.

Specific Personal Jurisdiction

A doctrine permitting adjudication of a claim against a defendant only if the defendant purposely availed himself or herself of the protections of the forum and if the selected forum is reasonable.