Only people with a very high IQ can solve this equation by moving just one matchstick

You'll need a laser sharp mind and super strong mathematical skills that would make Albert Einstein jealous to solve this challenging equation while racing against the clock

Put your intellect to the ultimate test with this utterly cryptic brainteaser.

Consider yourself the brains of the family? Can you work out how much change you'll get from your morning Pret coffee without using a calculator? Well, it's time to see just how strong your maths skills are with this fiendish puzzle that needs to be solved in just 10 seconds or less.

Brainteasers like this one have been shown to positively impact the central nervous system, leading to several cognitive improvements, including better concentration levels and attention span. So, treat this as a mental workout, and not just an opportunity to show off in front of your friends. Ready? Let's dive straight in...

In the image above, matchsticks have been arranged to spell out the equation "0 - 7 = 1." Obviously, this is currently wrong, and you need to move just one matchstick to make the equation make sense.

To prove you're an actual genius worthy of a Mensa membership, you'll have to complete this brainteaser in just 10 seconds or less. We're not giving away any clues for this one, so stop wasting time and get to it!

Admitting defeat, or think you've cracked the puzzle? Scroll down to the bottom of the article to find the correct answer.

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If that maths puzzle was no match for a boffin like yourself, it's time to test your English and analytical skills with this wickedly difficult brainteaser. Featured on Australian version of The 1% Club, a TV quiz show which sees 100 participants who will get knocked out of the competition if they get one question wrong, this tricky Q saw two out of eight contestants drop out of the race.

"Read this sentence carefully and then read it back. What is the missing word?" the question reads. "Was it a ___ or a cat I saw?"

You've only got 10 seconds to answer the question to prove you're a genius, otherwise you'd also be knocked out of the competition. Think you have solved it in time? You can check your answer here.

ANSWER: Moving the horizontal matchstick on the number '7', rotating it so it stands vertical and placing it over the '-' will give you "0 + 1 = 1."

Up for another challenge? Check out our collection of tricky brainteasers, riddles, and puzzles here. Or, learn more about your hidden personality traits with these mind-boggling optical illusions.

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