This fig counting puzzle looks simple at first, but the different group sizes—and a couple of sliced figs—make it surprisingly easy to lose track.
The easiest way to solve it is to count each group separately.
Across the top row, there are 2 figs on the left, 3 in the center, and 2 on the right.
In the middle row, there are 4 figs on the left, 1 large fig in the center, and 2 on the right.
Finally, the bottom row contains 2 figs on the left, 3 in the center, and 2 on the right.
Now add them together:
2 + 3 + 2 + 4 + 1 + 2 + 2 + 3 + 2 = 21
The sliced figs still count as individual visible figs, which is where some people may get a different total.
Answer: There are 21 figs in the picture.
Did you count all 21 on your first try?
