SUN-SEEKERS are challenged to test their IQ to the max with this mind boggling beach brainteaser.
With temperatures soaring this bank holiday Monday, many Brits are flocking to the beach to soak up the late summer sun.
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But do you have the skills to spot the two beach essentials hidden within this image in 10 seconds or less?
Whether you’re hoping to improve your problem solving skills or boost your memory, this puzzle is bound to be a challenge for many readers.
Put your observation skills to the test and figure out whether you have what it takes to spot beach essentials in just a few seconds.
Make sure to set your stopwatch before undertaking this challenge, to make it extra hard for yourself.
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If you can do it in under 10 seconds, you are said to have the eyes of a hawk.
At first glance, it looks like the image provided by Super Label Store shows multiple of each of the beach essentials.
However, those with the sharpest eyes will immediately be able to tell that this is not the case.
This puzzle tricks your eyes into thinking that all of the beach items are duplicates.
However, there are two essentials that only appear once in the image.
Unless you’re lucky enough to find the odd one out immediately, we recommend analysing the pattern very closely to spot the answer.
The visual deception of this image will have you scratching your head trying to solve it, but the payoff is worth it.
If you need a hint, we recommend focusing on the bottom half of the image.
One of the hidden items can be found in the bottom left hand corner of the image.
If you’re looking for more of a challenge, this clever puzzle asks you to find the playing card suits that are the wrong colour.
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.
And only those with the eyes of a hawk will be able to spot the two odd items out in this summer themed brainteaser.
Festival fans are challenged to spot the drummer hidden in this festival scene.
And finally, jewellery fans are urged to locate the diamond ring hidden at the beach in this summer puzzle.
Coming back to our challenge, were you able to solve it in under 10 seconds?
For those struggling to find the answer, we have marked the solution for you.
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