Pyramid Test

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Simple Pyramid Test. Build a small tower using 12 pieces of wood (base is made from 4 long wooden slats placed side by side and then top four smaller wooden blocks place on them, alternating sides up and down. Make it stable as can be so that does not topple easily, yet fragile enough that even slightest push will cause collapse. The key factor is balance; if any one block is moved the whole thing will tumble down. If pyramid made from 3 pieces falls when pushed gently or 1 of top four blocks is slightly moved out, the person building failed. The pyramid can only be built by following very specific pattern. Each step has to fit into others exactly. This demands that the builder pay close attention to the placement of each individual piece at every level. The most common mistake in pyramid construction occurs when a new piece is not snapped onto a support point that's perfectly parallel with previous ones - always maintain perfect right angle while placing next block; this ensures smooth build and keeps all four sides vertical.