Every day, countless individuals test their cognitive skills through math puzzles. These challenges push them to think critically, analyze thoroughly, and race against the clock to find a solution.
Success in solving these puzzles often depends on having a sharp memory, allowing one to perform calculations accurately and associate the correct numbers with the given symbols. Once the values are determined, the hardest part is over, leaving only the execution of the calculations.
Many attempt these puzzles not only for fun but also to sharpen their problem-solving skills and keep their minds active. Here’s a challenge: Can you solve the following puzzle in just 10 seconds? Only a small percentage can achieve the exact solution. Are you up for the test?
Rushing through the calculations often leads to errors, which can throw off the final answer. This puzzle is based on basic mathematical operations—addition, multiplication, subtraction, and division.
To solve it, follow these steps:
Determine the value of the football in the first equation.
Use that value in the second equation to calculate the tennis ball’s value through subtraction and division.
Substitute the values of the football and tennis ball into the third equation to find the value of the bowling ball.
Finally, use all these values to solve the last line.
Keep in mind:
The last line includes two bowling balls, so multiplication takes precedence over addition due to the order of operations (PEMDAS/BODMAS).
If you’re stuck, here’s the solution:
The football is worth 11, the tennis ball is 3, and the bowling ball is 10.
Substituting these values into the final line: 11 + (10 x 2) x 3 = 71.
Were you able to solve it? If not, don’t worry—practice makes perfect!