IQ Test: Can You Solve this Matchstick Puzzle in 9 Seconds?

Dec 27, 2024, 19:30 IST

Only the smartest minds can solve this matchstick puzzle in 9 seconds. Can you? Test your brain now!

Solve the matchstick puzzle in 9 seconds!
Solve the matchstick puzzle in 9 seconds!

IQ tests are challenges that require logical and critical thinking to solve. They are excellent for measuring a person’s intelligence.

Besides, these puzzles also provide a healthy workout for the brain which helps in preventing cognitive decline in older age.

Are you highly intelligent?

Find out now!

Picture Puzzle IQ Test: Find the word “dunk” in the basketball court scene in 5 seconds!

IQ Test: Solve the Matchstick Puzzle

Source: Pinterest

The image shared above depicts a matchstick puzzle with the following equation:

5 +7 = 2

It is wrong.

Can you rearrange the matchsticks so that the equation becomes correct?

There is only one condition though.

Read it carefully and then proceed.

The condition is “ You can move only one matchstick

Now, you have 9 seconds to solve the problem.

Your time starts now!

Look at the image and study it carefully.

Have you solved the matchstick puzzle?

Hurry up, guys!

Time is running out.

Keep looking.

Study the image attentively; you might be able to solve it now.

And...

Time’s up.

How many of you have solved the problem?

Congratulations to those readers who did. 

You have an extremely sharp brain and high intelligence.

Those who couldn’t can scroll below for the solution.

Brain Teaser to Test Your IQ: Find the Dice With Seven Dots in 5 Seconds!

IQ Test with Solution

The solution to this matchstick puzzle is to, move one matchstick from the addition sign and join it to the number 5.

The rearranged equation will look like this:

9 - 7 = 2

If you loved solving this matchstick puzzle, share it with your friends and family and see who solves it the fastest.

Also, check out some more cool challenges in our recommended reading section below:

Mrigank Chakraborty
Mrigank Chakraborty

Deputy Manager

Mriganka Chakraborty is a content writer with 7 years of rich experience in creative, academic, and research-based writing. Mriganka's expertise lies in crafting innovative, engaging and compelling articles that effectively communicate the desired message to the target audience. At Jagranjosh, he is involved in English content creation for the General Knowledge category. In his spare time, he loves reading fiction, watching action movies and web series.

... Read More

Get here current GK and GK quiz questions in English and Hindi for India, World, Sports and Competitive exam preparation. Download the Jagran Josh Current Affairs App.

Trending

Latest Education News