Brain Teaser IQ Test: 1-2=9 Move Only 1 Matchstick to Fix the Equation within 20 Secs?
Matchstick puzzles are quite interesting and sometimes difficult to solve. A matchstick puzzle is a type of brain teaser that involves rearranging, adding, or removing matchsticks to solve a given problem. These puzzles can take various forms, such as correcting mathematical equations, forming or modifying geometric shapes, counting specific patterns, or identifying missing or extra matchsticks in a design.
Here the challenge is to move 1 matchstick to make the equation correct 1-2=9. Try this challenging matchstick puzzle to prove your IQ level.
Matchstick Equation 1-2=9 Solution
To make the equation correct, first look at the image and think about which stick you can move. On the left side, you have the number 1, and after the minus sign, you have the number 2. Now, consider this: if you change the minus sign to a plus sign, the equation will be correct. Move 1 matchstick from the number 9 instead of - change to +. Now the equation becomes 1+2=3.
For easy reference check the below image.
