Can you accurately count the triangles in this brain teaser? Only 1 in 5 people can
Everyone loves a good puzzle, whether you're a Wordle fanatic or addicted to Connections. But this new brain teaser tests your observation skills rather than your knowledge of words, and 80 per cent of people get it wrong.
For those who love visual puzzles, Twist Museum – London's immersive experience dedicated to visual perception and cognitive illusions – has unveiled a brand-new brain teaser that's leaving people across the UK absolutely stumped.
This newly-created optical puzzle invites the public to solve a deceptively simple question: How many triangles are in this image? But don't be fooled – this visual illusion is trickier than it looks.
In fact, only one in five people can correctly count all of the hidden triangles. So if you think you're one of the top 20 per cent most observational individuals, you'll have to prove it.
Released as part of Twist Museum's ongoing mission to challenge the way we see and think, the puzzle isn't just a game - it's a window into how our brains interpret complex visual information.
Perfect for puzzle-lovers, illusion enthusiasts, and curious minds alike, their latest teaser offers a quick mental workout that's endlessly entertaining, that you can us to test the brains of your friends, family and colleagues.
So - are you up for the challenge? See if you can uncover every hidden triangle - but will you be among the few who get it right?
How many did you count? Read on for the correct answer.
While many may have guessed as few as seven triangles, or maybe nine, if you're slightly more observant, the true number of triangles hidden in this image is a whopping 24.
Most people will have spotted the initial largest triangle and the top row of three additional triangles.
But there is an array of hidden three-sided shapes within the geometric image, including three more long, thin triangles that stretch the length of the shape from top to bottom.
The full answer showing all 24 triangles can be seen below- you may kick yourself at some of the obvious ones you missed!
Brain teasers work by presenting a problem that requires non-standard or creative thinking to solve, often challenging conventional problem-solving methods.
This puzzle challenges the observational parts of the brain, requiring viewers to consider a range of different perspectives in order to identify all the hidden triangles, which appear in different sizes and shapes.
Brain teasers can involve various forms, including puzzles, riddles, and games, and are designed to engage the brain in different ways, like lateral thinking and problem-solving.
Some of our other observational brain teasers include this one, where players are required to find a hidden number 725 in a sea of 750s. Only the sharpest individuals can spot the hidden number in seven seconds or under.
Another similar puzzle involves trying to spot a hidden letter 'X' in a pattern of colourful 'Y's, which only those with a high IQ can solve.
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