Problem 161. Wilf-Zeilberger pairs

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the cyclist on 29 Jan 2012

Uses test cases to cheat.

the cyclist on 29 Jan 2012

Added test cases to defeat this solution.

Ned Gulley on 30 Jan 2012

Hooray for upgradable tests! Glad you plugged the hole.

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