If you’re looking for a way to give your brain a workout today, why not try out this optical illusion puzzle. Only those with a high IQ can reportedly spot a second horse in the image
Put your intellect and visual skills to the ultimate test with this mind-boggling brainteaser that can only be solved by those with a high IQ.
They may seem like just a bit of fun, but regularly engaging in puzzles and brainteasers is actually a fantastic way to keep your mind sharp. Research has shown that regularly tackling tough puzzles can actually improve your concentration levels and may even help reduce the risk of dementia.
Plus, there’s nothing quite like the immediate gratification of solving a tricky quiz or cracking a challenging puzzle. But, our brains interpret images in unique ways, creating different perceptions from various angles. Sometimes, certain combinations of colours, light, and patterns can fool our minds into seeing something that isn’t really there, as previously reported.
So, if you’re on the hunt for a mental workout today, why not try your hand at this puzzle? It’s said that only the biggest smarty pants can crack it within the strict time limit…
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Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to find the hidden second animal in an image featuring a brown and white horse with distinctive markings. You’ll need to think a bit creatively for this one.
The trick is to be swift but also meticulous, as this quiz tests both your speed and attention to detail. If you need more time, ignore the buzzing timer and see if you can still solve it. Stumped? Scroll down to the bottom of the article for the answer.
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If that brainteaser didn’t even make you break a sweat, don’t worry – we’ve got something much harder up our sleeves. Below our 10 seemingly-simple pub quiz questions, but each one has been strategically worded to trick you.
You’ll need to score at least eight right to prove you’re a modern day genius, and can only spend three seconds on each question. Once you’re done, you can check your answers here. No cheating!
- What is the world’s most popular social media platform by monthly active users?
- What is the smallest country in the world?
- How many planets are in our solar system, excluding Pluto?
- What is the name of the world’s longest river?
- How many hearts does an octopus have?
- What is the chemical symbol for gold?
- What is the largest living organism on earth?
- What element forms the majority of the world’s atmosphere
- In what year was the first iPhone released?
- What is scientific name for the name by which plants convert sunlight into energy?
Up for another mental workout? Check out our collection of tricky brainteasers, riddles, and puzzles here. Or, learn more about your hidden personality traits with these mind-boggling optical illusions.
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