This riddle has gone especially viral because it left many users confused. It was posted on the social media platform TikTok, on an account that frequently shares riddles and personality tests. The question might be a bit tricky for many of you, but if you focus long enough, you might be able to reach the correct answer.
Here is the incorrect equation: 13+5=14, composed of 22 matchsticks. You need to move one matchstick to change the equation and reach a logical solution. The answer is at the bottom of the article.
Note that there may be several possible solutions to the exercise; we will present only one solution.
Did you succeed? Even if not, it’s okay. The answer is below.
You need to move one matchstick to change the equation. Which matchstick? Move the top left matchstick from the plus sign (+) and turn it into a minus sign (-). Attach the matchstick you moved to the top right of the number 3 and turn it into the number 9. That way, you get the correct equation: 19-5=14.