Step-by-Step Logic Breakdown

 

 

Viral IQ Test: Can You Solve 5 + 11 = ?

This Einstein wall math puzzle has divided the internet! Here are the two main ways to solve it.


 

The Two Logical Methods

Method 1: Direct Formula [ A + (A × B) ]

• 1 + (1 × 5) = 6

• 2 + (2 × 6) = 14

• 3 + (3 × 7) = 24

• 5 + (5 × 11) = 60

 

Method 2: Cumulative Sequence Total

• Line 1: 1 + 5 = 6

• Line 2: 2 + 6 + 6 = 14

• Line 3: 3 + 7 + 14 = 24

• Line 4 (Hidden 4 + 8): 12 + 24 = 36

• Line 5 (5 + 11): 16 + 36 = 52

 

 

Most Popular Solution

Answer: 60 (or 52)