What is a brain teaser?
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A brain teaser is a type of puzzle that requires creative thinking and problem-solving skills to find the answer.
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What is the purpose of brain teasers?
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The purpose of brain teasers is to challenge the mind, improve critical thinking skills, and provide entertainment.
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What is a riddle?
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A riddle is a statement or question that has a double or hidden meaning, often posed as a puzzle to be solved.
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What is lateral thinking?
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Lateral thinking is a problem-solving approach that involves looking at the problem from different angles and thinking outside the box.
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What is a metaphor?
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A metaphor is a figure of speech that describes an object or action in a way that isn’t literally true, but helps explain an idea or make a comparison.
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What is a pun?
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A pun is a form of word play that exploits multiple meanings of a term or similar-sounding words for humorous or rhetorical effect.
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What is the significance of patterns in brain teasers?
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Patterns help in recognizing relationships and sequences, which are essential for solving many types of puzzles.
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