{"id":85785,"date":"2024-08-13T10:04:54","date_gmt":"2024-08-13T03:04:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/?p=85785"},"modified":"2024-08-13T10:04:54","modified_gmt":"2024-08-13T03:04:54","slug":"the-100-brain-teaser-a-viral-puzzle-thats-got-everyone-talking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/the-100-brain-teaser-a-viral-puzzle-thats-got-everyone-talking\/","title":{"rendered":"The $100 Brain Teaser: A Viral Puzzle That\u2019s Got Everyone Talking"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style='\"font-size:'>In today\u2019s digital age, a simple math puzzle has taken the internet by storm, leaving millions of people scratching their heads. The $100 brain teaser, which involves a thief stealing a $100 bill and then making a purchase, has sparked intense debate among puzzle enthusiasts.\n<p><span style='\"font-size:'>At first glance, the scenario seems straightforward: a man steals $100, uses it to buy $70 worth of goods, and receives $30 in change. But, how much did the store really lose? The answers vary widely, ranging from $100 to $130, with some even considering profit margins.\n<p><span style='\"font-size:'><img fetchpriority='\"high\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"aligncenter' size-full wp-image-85788 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/justmetalking.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2024%5C/08%5C/How-much-money-did-the-store-lose.png%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"251\"' height='\"300\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/How-much-money-did-the-store-lose.png' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n<p><span style='\"font-size:'>The key to solving this puzzle lies in understanding the nuances. When the thief used the stolen $100 to make a purchase, the store effectively regained that amount. However, the store still lost $30 in cash and $70 worth of goods, totaling $100.\n<p><span style='\"font-size:'>This brain teaser highlights the importance of careful consideration and critical thinking. It\u2019s a fascinating example of how a simple problem can become a subject of intense debate and analysis.<br>\n<span style='\"font-size:'>The $100 brain teaser also showcases the power of the internet in amplifying viral content.\n<p><iframe title='\"How' to find money-weighted rate of return on ti baii plus width='\"791\"' height='\"445\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/www.youtube.com%5C/embed%5C/kVGyxI3fnLo?feature=oembed%5C%22" frameborder='\"0\"' allow='\"accelerometer;' autoplay clipboard-write encrypted-media gyroscope picture-in-picture web-share referrerpolicy='\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\"' allowfullscreen>\n<p><span style='\"font-size:'>Its widespread attention demonstrates the public\u2019s appetite for engaging challenges that stimulate critical thinking and ignite discussions.\n<p><span style='\"font-size:'>So, the next time you come across a perplexing brain teaser, embrace the challenge and engage your critical thinking skills. You might just be the one to solve the next viral puzzle that captivates the internet.\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In today\u2019s digital age, a simple math puzzle has taken the internet by storm, leaving millions of people scratching their heads. The $100 brain teaser, which involves a thief stealing a $100 bill and then making a purchase, has sparked intense debate among puzzle enthusiasts. 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