You're smarter than most people if you can solve this brainteaser in 30 seconds

Think you've got the brainpower of a genius? There's one simple way to find out.

Brainteasers and puzzlesare a brilliant way to keep the kids busy for a bit, or entertain yourself during that tedious morning routine. However, they're also a form of mental exercise that has been shown to have a positive impact on the central nervous system - resulting in improved concentration and attention levels.

So, it's time to give your brain a workout while also putting your intellect to the ultimate test. But, you'll need to be quick if you want to maintain your title of modern-day Einstein.

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The picture above depicts a mum and daughter baking a pumpkin pie just in time for Halloween. The bright green kitchen is a bit of a tip, with ingredients scattered across the table, a mischievous cat leaping on the counter tops, and a kettle boiling away in the background. But, there's something amiss with the image - and you only have 30 seconds to work out what the mistake is.

Scroll down to discover the answer.

We're not going to provide any hints for this puzzle, but zooming in on the picture might help you spot the finer details faster. If you haven't managed to beat the clock, don't fret, keep searching and deal with the fact you're not a genius later. Ready to throw in the towel, or reckon you've solved it?

If you're feeling utterly baffled, you can discover the answer here: The error in the kitchen image is that the lids of salt and pepper are swapped.

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If that culinary conundrum proved no challenge for a clever clogs like you, let's make matters more complex with a head-scratching puzzle. Caution: this perplexing brainteaser might have you ready to tear your hair out in frustration.

"Mrs. Watt has 5 children. The oldest four children's names are Lala, Lele, Lili, and Lolo," the riddle states. "What is the name of the youngest child - why do people laugh at her name?".

Most people immediately assume the youngster is called Lulu. This is because the first four offspring share identical names with different vowels - and 'U' is the final one remaining. Nevertheless, this isn't the correct solution. You can find the answer here.

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