Figure out whether you’re a proper smarty pants with this mind-boggling riddle. If you consider yourself the brains of the family, and think you could give Einstein a run for his money when it comes to your IQ – this puzzle is perfect for you.
You’ll need more than just intellect though, as you’ll be racing against the clock and need to remain unflappable as the seconds count down. If you fail, you should probably return the fake Mensa membership you ordered online…
Brainteasers like this might just seem like an amusing way to fill your morning commute, or a ticket to occupying your little ones while you’re *trying* to cook dinner. But, research has actually shown these games can have a positive impact on the central nervous system, resulting in improved cognitive abilities including improved concentration levels and better attention span. So are you ready? Let’s dive straight in.
“What has a neck but no head?” the riddle reads. Now, we’re not going to give you any clues for this one – and remember, you’ve only got nine seconds to solve this if you want to prove you’re a modern-day genius.
Admitting defeat so soon? Or did you figure it out with just seconds to spare? Scroll down to the bottom of the article to find the answer – and no cheating!
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If that fiendish riddle was no match for a boffin like yourself, don’t worry. It’s time to take things up a notch with these 10 baffling questions. Yes, the below may look like your bog standard pub quiz, but each Q is strategically designed to trip you up, so don’t get too cocky.
You can only spend three seconds on each question before moving onto the next and need to score at least eight out of 10 to prove you’re a genius. Once you’re done, you can check you answers here.
ANSWER: A bottle. In the mood for another mental workout? Check out our whole collection of challenging brainteasers, riddles, and puzzles here. Or, learn more about your hidden personality traits with these mind-boggling optical illusions.
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