MIT entrance exam paper from 1869 is viral, internet says it's too easy. Can you solve it?

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is the most renowned and prestigious institute to study engineering, maths and science in the world. Over 101 Nobel laureates and 8 Fields Medalists have either taught at or graduated from the institute in US since it was started almost 200 years ago in 1861.The school is highly selective, with an acceptance percentage of just 4% which means out of all those who apply to the institute only a fraction secure an admission. With multiple rounds of eligibility to clear, a candidate must show extraordinary grades along with extracurriculars, essays, and letters of recommendation.