THERE are plenty of different brain teasers and optical illusions out there.
Some can alter the way you see the world and other can act like a word out for your mind.
But this clever brain teaser will put your IQ to the test – all you need to do is spot the odd house out.
It might sound simple, but the challenge is much harder than it might seem because you’ve only got 30 seconds to complete it.
The brain teaser was created by VSO to help get people into the festive spirit – so think you’re up to the challenge?
Press play on the video above to start the timer and see if your IQ is high.
Brain teasers are beneficial for several reasons including cognitive stimulation, memory improvement, mental agility, stress reduction and boosting concentration.
They challenge the brain, encouraging it to think critically and solve problems, which can help keep the mind sharp and improve cognitive functions.
Engaging with brain teasers can also enhance both short-term and long-term memory by requiring you to remember and manipulate information.
Experts believe that brain teasers often require creative and logical thinking, which can ultimately enhance your problem-solving abilities in everyday life.
Working on these puzzles regularly can improve your concentration levels and also help to keep the brain active through challenging activities.
Some studies even suggest that challenging your brain with teasers may help delay age-related cognitive decline.
Research has found that mental exercise can lower the risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s by keeping your brain active.
Still struggling to find the answer – here’s a clue, the house to look for is on the bottom left of the picture.
Found it yet?
Read for the answer?
The odd house out can be find on the row second from the bottom, fourth from the left.
Engaging in activities like solving optical illusions and brainteasers can have many cognitive benefits as it can stimulate various brain regions.
Some benefits include:
