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You're a brain teaser master if you can solve this challenging maths puzzle in under a minute

A tricky maths puzzle shared on X baffled users, with guesses ranging from 33 to 72, leaving many intrigued and searching for the correct answer.

Published on: Dec 6, 2024, 21:30:05 IST
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Brain teasers have always intrigued puzzle lovers, offering a fun way to challenge our minds. Whether it's the thrill of solving them or the satisfaction of finding a clever solution, there's something about these puzzles that keeps us coming back for more. One such teaser, shared on X by the user Brainy Bits Hub, has captured the attention of thousands. The teaser presents a series of mathematical equations that has left many scratching their heads.

A tricky maths puzzle on X stumped users, sparking debates over its solution. (X/@Brainy_Bits_Hub)
A tricky maths puzzle on X stumped users, sparking debates over its solution. (X/@Brainy_Bits_Hub)

(Also read: Brain teaser: Solve this tricky puzzle in 2 minutes if you're a true math genius)

The brain teaser that’s got the internet talking

The teaser reads:

"1 + 6 = 7, 2 + 7 = 16, 3 + 8 = 27, 6 + 11 = ?"

Within hours, the puzzle had amassed over 3k views, with users eagerly attempting to crack the code. The solution, however, isn’t as simple as it seems. Several users took to the comments section to share their guesses, but the answers were all over the place.

One user boldly wrote "72," while another offered "33." A third commenter also went for "72," while a different user admitted, "I don’t have any clue." There were those who went for other numbers, with one guess being "44," while someone else simply commented, "Not my game."

"312 = 36, 412 = 47, 512 = 58, 612 = ?"

The puzzle quickly went viral, leaving users to debate over its solution. As with the current brain teaser, the comments were filled with different theories and guesses, showing that brain teasers always manage to spark curiosity and keep people engaged.

(Also read: Brain teaser: Only the brightest minds can solve this number puzzle. Can you?)

Are you ready to solve the teasers?

If you consider yourself a master of brain teasers, then these puzzles are the perfect challenge for you. Test your skills and see if you can crack the code! Whether you find the solution easily or get caught in the web of numbers, one thing’s for sure — brain teasers never fail to entertain and challenge.

 
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
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.

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