A tricky brainteaser involving math that asks people to count the number of cubes on a trailer has left the internet baffled – and apparently only those with a high IQ can solve it
Keeping your brain active is crucial for memory, focus and attention. Some even believe that regular brain workouts can reduce the risk of dementia.
One way of keeping your brain active is by trying to complete brainteasers, which normally come in a variety of forms. This particular puzzle is said to be so tricky that only those with a high IQ can crack it.
Despite its difficulty, tackling this problem could boost your mind’s ability to concentrate, enhance your memory and overall cognitive prowess. One test question is proving to be a real head-scratcher for both maths whizzes and those who struggle with numbers. The seemingly straightforward question asks participants to complete an equation, but it’s not as simple as it first appears, reports the Express.
“How many cubes are on the trailer?” the brainteaser simply asks, with those taking on the challenge tasked with working out how many cubes there are. To help, the image tells us how many cubes there are on the side, back and top of the truck. But how many are there in total?
The conundrum has left people scratching their heads, with most unable to decide between two potential answers. Can you work it out? Have a go and if you do you have an incredibly high IQ!
The problem has sparked thousands of comments from people attempting to solve it, with many claiming it’s impossible. The image of the truck’s perplexing cargo has sparked a huge debate online over how many cubes it’s carrying.
From above you can see 21 squares, from the side there are 17 and from the back there are nine cubes. Many people came to the answer of 51, while others believed it could range anywhere from 35 to 5, and someone else guessed 49.
One user wrote: “It’s 51. You don’t need the top view for calculation. So many replies saying it’s impossible to answer and there is incomplete information. Like what is the incomplete info?”
Another explained: “The maximum number of cubes could be: 3x4x3 + 3*2*2 + 3*1 = 51 But it is possible some are missing in the center row, which is not reflected in the 3 views.”
A third said: “Don’t waste your time, it’s impossible to know.” A fourth commented: “Undetermined – there is no way to know without making an assumption.”
So, for now, it appears that the answer is well debated. What do you think? Let us know in the comments!