The Great Alaskan Tetris: How Many Pennsylvanias Can You Fit Up There?
Let's face it, maps can be deceiving. Sure, Alaska might look like a chunky rectangle next to Pennsylvania's squiggly bits on a piece of paper, but have you ever tried fitting a state in your pocket? Exactly. It's not that simple. So, the burning question on everyone's mind (well, maybe not everyone's, but some people who like pondering peculiar comparisons) is this: How many Pennsylvanias could you fit into Alaska?
Brace Yourselves for Geographical Gumbo!
Here's the skinny: Alaska, the land of glaciers, grizzlies, and questionable reality TV shows, boasts a whopping 665,384 square miles. Pennsylvania, famous for cheesesteaks, liberty bells, and intricate shoofly pie recipes, clocks in at a much cozier 46,055 square miles.
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Do the math (or don't, I'll do it for you): Divide Alaska's massive land area by Pennsylvania's slightly less-massive land area and... drumroll please... you get roughly 14.4!
That's right, folks. Alaska is big enough to swallow 14 and a half Pennsylvanias, with room leftover for maybe a small Rhode Island or a confused Delaware.
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But Wait, There's More!
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Here's where things get interesting. Fitting states together isn't like playing Tetris. You can't just shove them in willy-nilly.
- Mountain Mayhem: Alaska's got mountains. Big, beautiful, headache-inducing mountains. So, some of those Pennsylvania-shaped spaces might get eaten up by Denali and its grumpy friends.
- Oceanic Obstacles: Alaska has a whole lot of coastline too. Great for fishing, not so great for fitting in neat little Pennsylvania rows.
The Verdict: It's a Fuzzy Math Kinda Answer
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So, the final answer? Somewhere between 14 and 15 Pennsylvanias could potentially squeeze into Alaska, depending on how you wiggle them and whether you decide to ignore the mountains (not recommended, they're very pointy).
Fun Fact: Alaska is bigger than Texas, California, and Montana combined. That's a lot of state for your buck (or moose, as the case may be).
How To FAQs:
- How to fit a Pennsylvania in your pocket? Don't. It won't fit, and you'll probably end up with a crumpled mess and a confused expression.
- How to convince your friends Alaska is bigger than you think? Show them this very informative article (and maybe bribe them with cheese steaks).
- How to win a bar bet about how many Pennsylvanias fit in Alaska? Memorize the answer (14-ish) and hope your opponent didn't read this article.
- How to explore Alaska's vastness? Pack your hiking boots, your sense of adventure, and a healthy dose of mosquito repellent.
- How to appreciate the beauty of both Pennsylvania and Alaska? Easy! Visit them both and enjoy the unique awesomeness of each state!
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