Just 20 percent of people solved this 1% Club question - 'had me questioning IQ'
This tricky brainteaser from The 1% Club TV show has left 80 per cent of people baffled. Research has shown that tackling difficult brainteasers can improve overall cognitive function and even help your memory.
So why not try this one today? This question appeared on The 1% Club - a British game show that is hosted by Lee Mack. It is styled like an IQ test and unlike other game shows - it is not based on general knowledge. The top prize is £100,000.
The questions are taken from a set that has been put to the public beforehand and they are classified based on the percentage of those who answered the question correctly. If you get this correct you may want to consider signing up for the show!
The question
How many words in this question make a new word when you put them in front of the letters which are below?
EVER
Many online have been left scratching their heads over what the answer could be. One wrote: "Many online have been left scratching their heads over what the answer could be."
Another added: "I have a hearing comprehension problem." A third wrote: "I spent the whole time trynna understand the question lmao."
The answer
When you add ever to How, When and Which, they become However, Whenever and Whichever.
Brainteasers are puzzles, problems, or questions that are designed to stimulate cognitive processes such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and lateral thinking. They often require creative and unconventional approaches to arrive at the correct solution. Brainteasers come in various forms, including riddles, logic puzzles, maths problems, and word games.
These puzzles can be a fun way to challenge and entertain the mind, and they are often used in educational settings or as recreational activities. They may vary in difficulty, ranging from simple puzzles that can be solved quickly to more complex ones that may require deeper thought and analysis.
Examples of brainteasers include riddles that involve wordplay, logic puzzles where you need to work out the correct answer using a set of rules, and mathematical problems that require innovative approaches. The goal of a brainteaser is to engage your brain in a unique and stimulating way, encouraging you to think outside the box.