Here’s a fun brain teaser to test your logic and attention to detail! Can you figure out the final answer just by looking at the picture? Take a moment, try solving it mentally, and see if you get it right.
Puzzles like this often trip people up — not because the math is hard, but because small details are easy to miss. Let’s break it down step by step.
Common Mistakes People Make
Many quickly assume all images are the same or skip basic math rules. Others miss slight changes — like the number of chicks or which animal is shown. That’s how wrong answers happen.
Step-by-Step Breakdown
First line:
Each group has 1 chicken + 3 chicks.
Let’s say:
- Chicken = C
- Chick = c
So:
(C + 3c) × 3 = 24 → C + 3c = 8
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Second line:
Rooster × (C + 2c) = 16
Substitute C + 2c = ?
If C + 3c = 8 → C = 8 – 3c
So C + 2c = 8 – c
Now:
Rooster × (8 – c) = 16
Third line:
(C + 2c) ÷ Rooster = 6
From earlier: (8 – c) ÷ Rooster = 6
Solve both to find:
- Chick = 2
- Chicken = 2
- Rooster = 2
Final line:
(Chicken + 1 chick) + (Chicken + 3 chicks) × Rooster
= (2 + 2) + (2 + 6) × 2
= 4 + 8 × 2
= 4 + 16 = 22
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What’s Your Answer?
Did you get 22? Many people overlook the slight differences and order of operations. Let us know your answer in the comments below!
If you enjoyed this, try more puzzles to keep your logic sharp and your mind active!
