You’re a brain teaser master if you can solve this challenging maths puzzle

Brain teasers have always intrigued puzzle lovers, offering a fun way to challenge our minds. Whether it’s the thrill of solving them or the satisfaction of finding a clever solution, there’s something about these puzzles that keeps us coming back for more. One such teaser, shared on X by the user Brainy Bits Hub, has captured the attention of thousands. The teaser presents a series of mathematical equations that has left many scratching their heads.
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“1 + 6 = 7, 2 + 7 = 16, 3 + 8 = 27, 6 + 11 = ?”
Within hours, the puzzle had amassed over 3k views, with users eagerly attempting to crack the code. The solution, however, isn’t as simple as it seems. Several users took to the comments section to share their guesses, but the answers were all over the place.
One user boldly wrote “72,” while another offered “33.” A third commenter also went for “72,” while a different user admitted, “I don’t have any clue.” There were those who went for other numbers, with one guess being “44,” while someone else simply commented, “Not my game.”
This brain teaser isn’t the first to captivate the internet. Just recently, another puzzle shared by X user @brain_teaser_1 also grabbed attention. The teaser read:
“312 = 36, 412 = 47, 512 = 58, 612 = ?”
The puzzle quickly went viral, leaving users to debate over its solution. As with the current brain teaser, the comments were filled with different theories and guesses, showing that brain teasers always manage to spark curiosity and keep people engaged.
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If you consider yourself a master of brain teasers, then these puzzles are the perfect challenge for you. Test your skills and see if you can crack the code! Whether you find the solution easily or get caught in the web of numbers, one thing’s for sure — brain teasers never fail to entertain and challenge.