So, What’s the Correct Answer?
If you’ve been following along, you might have already guessed it. The correct answer to this cow math puzzle is $400. Let’s break it down step by step:
Purchase the cow for $800.
Sell the cow for $1000.
Net profit: +$200.
Re-purchase the cow for $1100.
Net profit becomes -$900.
Sell the cow again for $1300.
Total profit = $400.