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Task · part of 5. Strategy, tactics and mates

5(c). Force checkmate from three set positions

Required

White to move. The positions are given on the official page.

Notes and warnings

Note. The three starting positions, and the one for 5(d), are spelled out square by square on the official page and in the pamphlet. Set them up from there.

Where this step comes from

  1. Chess Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2025-12-31), Requirement 5(c) · Gives the three starting positions square by square.

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