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Cracking the viral maths riddle: Are you smarter than an elementary school student?

Will you solve this puzzle? - illustrative picture
Will you solve this puzzle? - illustrative picture
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26 February 2024 01:44

Math puzzles and optical illusions are quite popular on the internet. Wrestling with these puzzles has a positive effect on our brain. However, some of them can really make you sweat! An elementary school student will solve the following equation immediately. Older individuals may encounter a few obstacles. But people with a high IQ solve it in just ten seconds. Can you provide the correct answer that swiftly?

A simple operation? Caution, many get it wrong

Today, we're examining the solution to an equation where spotting a certain pattern is crucial. Once we notice the pattern, finding the solution becomes straightforward.

1+4=5 - in this instance, the answer is obvious, but things become challenging in the next calculations.

2+5 =12

3+6=21

8+11= ?

You have 10 seconds to solve it! Beneath, you can validate if you were able to utilise logical thinking within the given time frame.

Rapid IQ Test. This is how you answer correctly

First, let's observe the notation 2+5=12. Notice that if we add the result of the initial sum to the numbers on the left, the outcome will be valid. Hence, it becomes: 5+2+5=12.

We solve the subsequent example in a similar fashion: 12+3+6=21

We can now proceed to the final part of the puzzle, once again incorporating the result of the preceding operation: 21+8+11= 40.

Did you compute the correct answer? Splendid! Your IQ is above average and you have the ability to connect facts swiftly. Surely, maths wasn't a stumbling block for you at school.