Do the following math without a calculator or paper. Just use your mind!
- Take 1000 and add 40 to it.
- Now add another 1000.
- Now add 30.
- Another 1000.
- Now add 20.
- Now add another 1000.
- Now add 10.
What is the total?
The Challenge
This brain teaser has been widely shared because many people stumble over the same tricky part. At first glance, it seems straightforward, but the sequence of numbers can lead to careless mistakes. Your task is simple: add up the given numbers and see if you can get the right answer!....
