A riddle circulating online goes:
“I have 6 eggs. I cracked 2. I fried 2. I ate 2. How many eggs do I have left?”
At first, it seems simple, but most people answer incorrectly. The confusion comes from assuming each action affects different eggs, when in reality, the actions can overlap.
Step by Step:
You start with 6 eggs.
You cracked 2. Cracked eggs are still counted among the 6; they’re just not whole anymore.
You fried 2. Frying requires cracking, so these are likely the same 2 eggs you already cracked.
You ate 2. These are probably the same 2 you fried and cracked.
✅ Correct answer: 4 eggs remain intact.
Why most people get it wrong:
