Tower of Hanoi

Introduction

The Tower of Hanoi is a famous mathematical puzzle that has been used for many years by math and computer science teachers. It is widely used to demonstrate recursive problem-solving techniques and algorithmic thinking. The puzzle's simple design, which belies its complexity, makes it an excellent case study for understanding problem decomposition and logical strategies.

Rules of the Game

Objective

Moving a whole stack of disks from one rod to another while adhering to certain guidelines is the aim of the Tower of Hanoi.

Setup

• Three rods and several disks of varying sizes make up the puzzle.
• On a single rod, disks are arranged in decreasing size to create a conical shape.

Movement Rules

• You can only move one disk at a time.
• A disk can only be positioned on top of a larger disk or on an empty rod.
• It is always necessary to move disks from the top of a stack.