The World's 200 Hardest Brain Teasers: Mind-Boggling Puzzles Problems and Curious Questions to Sharpen Your Brain

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FLEX YOUR brain power like never before! From acclaimed author Dr. Gary Gruber whose proven critical-thinking methods have sold more than seven million books this collection of mind-bending brain teasers is sure to challenge even the most experienced problem solver. Inside are logic puzzles riddles maddening math problems mental games and more! A ship is twice as old as the ships boiler was when the ship was as old as the boiler is. The ratio of the boilers age now to the ships age now is what? What English word contains all the vowels in alphabetical order? What is the three-digit number that can be made from the digits 2 3 5 and 7 where no two digits in the three-digit number are alike and where the three-digit number is a multiple of each of the digits chosen? Stumped? Dr. Gruber reveals the fascinating explanations and detailed strategies for solving even the trickiest problems using his exclusive Gruber Method. DISCLAIMER: The brain teasers in this book may get you so wrapped up in critical thinking that you may not be able to do your regular work until you solve them! Any abrupt or gradual increase in creativity intelligence or motivation to get a better job suited to your newfound talents is strictly the readers responsibility. For more than thirty years Gary R. Gruber PhD has been recognized as a leading expert on the SAT test-taking methods and critical-thinking skills. His methods have been used by PBS Sylvan Learning Centers Groliers Encyclopedia and school districts throughout the country. Dr. Grubers innovative problem-solving strategies make up the heart of the new MyMaxScores online test prep (www.mymaxscore.com).