Now, time to reveal the secret behind the puzzle! If you carefully looked at how the numbers follow each other, you might have noticed something special.
After 1 comes 2, after 2 comes 3, but then there’s suddenly a jump to 8, skipping the numbers 4, 5, 6, and 7. This isn’t random; it adds an extra layer of challenge to the puzzle. But it’s not just about the missing numbers. There’s more to it.
What really makes the puzzle interesting is that, besides simple addition, there’s a hidden element: multiplication. For each number, you need to apply the following formula: the first number plus the second number multiplied by the first. Sound complicated? Look at this breakdown:
- 1 + (4 * 1) = 5
- 2 + (5 * 2) = 12
- 3 + (6 * 3) = 21
And so on until:
- 8 + (11 * 8) = 96
The correct answer to our puzzle is 96. Were you able to solve the riddle within the allotted 8 seconds? No stress if you didn’t get it right away; the key to success is to keep practicing. It’s not about breaking records but about training your brain and having fun at the same time. With consistency and perseverance, you’ll find that each subsequent puzzle becomes a bit easier. Was this logical brain teaser something for you?
