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THIS mind-boggling optical illusion has puzzle fanatics stumped and struggling to find the answer – but do you have what it takes?
If you can spot the solitary clear bowl in less than seven seconds you may have 20/20 vision and the brain of a winner.
Can you find the bowl within 7 seconds?[/caption]The brainteaser shows a chaotic living room scene with a beige dog in the centre and a grey cat lurking at the edge.
The room is littered with half-opened tins, fruit peels, and chewed notebooks.
There is also a pink sofa with blue stripes at the top of the optical illusion, covered with specks and paw prints.
While the two pictures are nearly identical, there are subtle differences that a simple first glance may not reveal.
The clock is ticking, can you find them before it’s too late?
Need a hint? The solution can be found at the top left of the image.
Study each section of the picture carefully and you should be able to spot the differences.
Meanwhile, why not try some other optical illusions while you scroll?
Test your brain power and solve the questions in this test to reveal if you have a high IQ.
Or, see if you have the eyes of a predator and spot the sneaky animal concealed within the carefully sketched image.
Psychologists at The University of Glasgow found that staring at an optical illusion can improve eye sight by allowing you to see small print.
Escape London says puzzles can also give your mind a great workout and may “boost your brain’s activity” which “reduces the risk of dementia.”
And according to ZenBuisness: “These visual puzzles can give you a good mental workout that can, in turn, help you think more efficiently and solve problems more easily.”
If you scroll down to see the solution solved, you’ll note that the bowl is perched on the stained sofa.
But it’s a difficult spot as it’s placed right beneath what appears to be a spring.
And if you really want a challenge, try your hand at this teaser to see if your critical thinking skills are top-tier.
You may be smarter than 98% of people if you can find the sneaky snake in the optical illusion in under 16 seconds.
How can optical illusions and brainteasers help me?
ENGAGING in activities like solving optical illusions and brainteasers can have many cognitive benefits as it can stimulate various brain regions.
Some benefits include:
- Cognitive stimulation: Engaging in these activities challenges the brain, promoting mental agility and flexibility.
- Problem-solving skills: Regular practice enhances analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Memory improvement: These challenges often require memory recall and can contribute to better memory function.
- Creativity: They encourage thinking outside the box, fostering creativity and innovative thought processes.
- Focus and attention: Working on optical illusions and brainteasers requires concentration, contributing to improved focus.
- Stress relief: The enjoyable nature of these puzzles can act as a form of relaxation and stress relief.