How focused are you today? Let’s try your brain with this mathematical riddle. You might think, that it is too simple to even be worth your time – but don’t judge from your first glance. This brainteaser is harder than you think and it needs a good eye to spot the solution.
The Answer
Did you get it, or are you unsure?
I’ll tell you what the right answer is, then I’ll explain how you get there.
The correct answer is 12.
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Can You Solve This Tricky Math Problem in less than 5 minutes?
Most Adults Get This Wrong: Can You Solve This Tricky Math Problem?
According to research, it’s more engaging for the brain to drink red wine than to try to solve complicated math problems. However, there is no harm in doing both things – and solving puzzles and quizzes is better than not doing anything at all.
Now, can you solve this tricky math problem?
8 – 2 ÷ 1/2 + 1 = ?
If you solve from left to right, you’ll probably get the number 13.
However, that is wrong, because you must follow the order of operations. Which states a universal order for solving math problems.
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The correct answer is 5.
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