318 Answers[Edward B. Escott, a mathematics teacher and insurance company actuary,
was a number-theory expert who contributed to many mathematical journals
until his death in 1946. See also Puzzle No. 348. For other five-piece solutions
of the star to square, see Lindgren, Geometric Dissections, p. 18, Figures 3.3
and 3.4.-M. G.)
333. THE MUTILATED CROSS
The illustration shows clearly how to cut the mutilated cross into four pieces
to form a square. Just continue each side of the square until you strike
a corner, and there you are!
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334. THE VICTORIA CROSS
The illustration will show how to cut the cross into seven pieces to form a
square.
This solution was sent to me by Mr. A. E. Hill.