
Much like this other puzzle we previously posted, it’s actually harder figure out the smarter you are!
Although this logic puzzle isn’t exactly new, it’s recently got Japanese netizens scratching their heads thanks to a boost in shares on various social media sites.
The task is simple: find your way to the goal. (Translation follows below.)
▼ By the way, you can’t use jump over, go through, or remove any of the walls.
So, how do you do it?
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Give up yet? Scroll down for the answer!
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Since the red star was at no point labeled as the “goal,” the quickest way to get there is to draw a line to the word “goal”. Sure the answer may seem a bit cheesy, but we’re guessing you had to think about it for at least a few minutes, right?
Looking for more ways to test your Japanese and problem-solving skills? The Quiz Channel on YouTube has many more brain teasers we encourage you to try out!
Source: YouTube/Quiz Channel via Grape
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