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You are a puzzle maestro if you can guess the correct day in this challenging brain teaser

A brain teaser shared on Instagram stumped users with its tricky logic about days of the week, sparking widespread online discussion.

Published on: Oct 19, 2024, 21:30:06 IST
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If you’ve been scrolling through social media looking for a fun and challenging brain teaser, look no further. A mind-bending puzzle shared by an Instagram user, @br4inteaserhub, has captured the attention of users. Although it seems simple at first glance, this logic puzzle has left many scratching their heads.

A tricky brain teaser about days left many social media users puzzled. (Instagram/@br4inteaserhub)
A tricky brain teaser about days left many social media users puzzled. (Instagram/@br4inteaserhub)

(Also read: Brain teaser: Only a puzzle genius can solve this maths riddle in under 30 seconds)

A puzzle with a twist

This particular brain teaser plays with the concept of time, specifically the days of the week, and requires some serious logic to solve. The puzzle reads, "What day would Yesterday be if Thursday was 4 days before the day after Tomorrow?" The phrasing is deliberately tricky, forcing you to carefully consider how each day relates to the others.

Check out the post here:

This isn’t the first time a puzzle has stumped social media users. A similar maths-based brain teaser recently made waves online, proving that what might seem like a simple challenge often hides a more complex solution beneath the surface.

(Also read: Only a maths whiz can solve this tricky equation in this mind-bending brain teaser. Can you?)

The challenge that tests your skills

On X (formerly Twitter), a user named @brain_teaser_1 has also been sharing puzzles regularly with their followers, and one post in particular has puzzle enthusiasts buzzing. The post features another mind-boggling maths question that reads:

“Solve this: 1+4=5, 2+5=12, 3+6=21, 5+8=? 97% will fail to solve this test.”

Although the problem appears straightforward, it requires lateral thinking and problem-solving skills to crack the pattern behind the numbers.

Take a look at the brain teaser below:

Why brain teasers fascinate the internet

Brain teasers like these captivate the internet for several reasons. For one, they offer a fun challenge to people who enjoy testing their logical and mathematical skills. But beyond that, they spark debates and discussions online, with users coming together to exchange ideas and potential solutions. The combination of challenge, curiosity, and community keeps these puzzles trending and continuously engaging.

So, are you up for the challenge? Give these brain teasers a try and see if you can solve what has baffled so many others.

  • Mahipal Singh Chouhan
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    Mahipal Singh Chouhan

    Mahipal Singh Chouhan is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times Digital, with nearly five years of experience in digital journalism and content production. He primarily covers offbeat, trending and human-interest stories, with a focus on emerging social media trends, online conversations and real-world incidents that capture public attention. At Hindustan Times, Mahipal works on identifying and developing fast-moving digital stories, adding context and journalistic perspective to viral moments while maintaining accuracy, clarity and readability for online audiences. Before joining Hindustan Times Digital, he was associated with DNA India, where he gained experience in newsroom workflows and digital storytelling. He holds a degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from the Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies, Delhi. Beyond journalism, he has a keen interest in history and sports and enjoys expanding his general knowledge.Read More