Ever come across a question that looks dead simple but makes you doubt your answer? Here’s a classic riddle that still trips up even the smartest folks:
“If you’ve got 6 eggs, break 2, fry 2, and eat 2, how many eggs you got left?”
At first blush, it seems like a basic math problem. But don’t be suckered — it’s a logic test, not arithmetic. Let’s take it apart step by step and show you the right answer.
Why This Riddle’s So Confusing
The mix-up comes from how the question’s worded. Most folks figure each action (breaking, frying, eating) uses a new batch of eggs. They automatically start subtracting 2 eggs for every move, which gives the wrong answer.
But here’s the catch: The same 2 eggs get broken, fried, and eaten. They’re not different eggs.