888 + 88 + 8 + 8 + 8 = 1,000. This is the kind of math riddle you can work out with times tables, or by simple logic. First, get as close to 1,000 as you can (888). From there, it’s easy to figure out ...

Using what you know about numbers to solve a number riddle. Using what you know about numbers to solve a number riddle.

Prepare for a challenging math brain teaser riddle that will put your brain to work! Unlike boring calculations, this riddle is all about thinking smartly, observing patterns, and using your logic.

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The NYT Brain Tickler is a uniquely challenging and entertaining puzzle from The New York Times that forces your brain beyond just the ordinary logic game. Each Brain Tickler presents a new style of ...