Just like the word says, brain teasers are exercises that are aimed at teasing the brain into solving them. Sometimes there is a trick to the question that requires the brain to do some "out of the box" thinking. Other times, you just need to use good old logic and reasoning.
Research shows that our brains need challenge and stimulation in order to spur the growth of new neurons, and brain teasers are a good way to give our brains a little exercise. They also strengthen problem solving skills and encourage creativity - not to mention they're usually free and you can do them anywhere.
Ranging from easy to extremely difficult, there are teasers suitable for all ages and interests.
Here are three classic brain teasers for you: (you'll find the answers at the end of the article)
1) If it were an hour earlier, it would be twice as long until noon as it would be if it were an hour later. What time is it now?
2) You call a pizza place to order a medium pizza. The person taking your order asks if you want it cut into six or eight slices, then explains that the eight-slice pizza will cost you an extra $2.00 since it's a larger pizza.
Question: Is this right?
Recognizing patterns is a right brain activity. See how it
performs with this teaser:
3) Review the following sequence of numbers:
2, 2, 4, 12, 48, ?
What number comes next?
Got your answers? Check them against the ones below to see how well you did.
Answers: 1) 9am 2) No. You ordered a medium pizza. Cutting it into six or eight slice doesn't change the size. 3) 240. Multiply 2 by 1 to get 2. Then multiply 2 by 2 to get 4. Multiply 4 by 3 to get 12. Then multiply 12 by 4 to get 48, and finally multiply 48 by 5 to get 240.
Erin Matlock is the Editor in Chief of the popular brain training site - Brain Training 101. Visit today and enjoy a constantly updated selection of brain teasers.
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