Everyone can see the festive scene – but only people with a genius-level IQ can spot all 5 presents in 12 seconds
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SPOTTING the festive scene is easy, but can you outsmart everyone and find the five hidden presents in this optical illusion?
Time to put your vision skills and IQ to the test and solve this tricky brainteaser in just 12 seconds or less.
The image above is known as an optical illusion, meaning there could be other not-so obvious elements to be found.
Everyone can quickly see the festive scene full of Christmas icons.
But only those with 20/20 vision and a high IQ can solve this mind-bending puzzle.
Are you able to find all five hidden presents or will you be left scratching your head?
It might seem a bit daunting at first, but the key is to carefully examine each section of the scene.
You might wish to start from the top left corner of the image and work your way down, or maybe do the complete opposite – whatever gives you more confidence!
Another useful tactic is picking an element of the picture and analyse what’s around it.
Were you able to find all the missing gifts? If so, congratulations!
Still struggling to figure this one out? Have a look at the solution image at the bottom to check if you were close enough.
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.
Did you know that solving optical illusions is a great way of training your brain and improving creative thinking?
Brainteasers are purposefully designed to trick our vision and can be used as simple determiners of intelligence.
So you might want to try The Sun’s wide range of optical illusions created to stimulate the deepest parts of your brain.
In this puzzle, everyone can see the bird but a missing puppy is lurking somewhere as he awaits a rescue.
If you think you have a high IQ, then try spotting the escaped parrot in under seven seconds in this brainteaser.
And if you are a true football fan with the eyes of a hawk, you will be able to spot the hidden ticket in under 45 seconds.
