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The Times of India
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TOI Lifestyle Desk | etimes.in

Optical Illusion: Only those with a perfect vision can spot the odd apple within 10 seconds

Optical illusion tests are really great for the brain as they force us to think about perceiving and interpreting the world around us differently.

These tests stimulate our brain by activating areas responsible for vision, analysis, and creativity—skills that are often underutilized in our modern lifestyles.

It helps improve focus and refine the ability to notice differences as these illusions encourage concentration on finer details.

Upon closely examining the image, the odd apple stands out because it differs subtly from the others in terms of its structure, orientation, or detailing. In puzzles like this, the odd item usually has one of these distinguishing features:

The leaf orientation or shape: The leaves for the odd object may have been positioned differently such as downwards rather than up or slanted to one side;

The stalk position: The stalk of the apple may be missing, shorter, and placed at an angle different from the others;

The shape or size: The odd apple can misshapen a bit bigger or smaller than the others.

Color variation: The odd apple will be a bit of a different shade of green.

This sort of mystery challenges your observational abilities by placing a difference that is almost imperceptible within a crowd of similar-looking items.

The answer is: 4th apple in the second row.

Benefits of solving optical illusions

Optical illusions have many cognitive advantages since solving them develops focus and sharp attention. They will challenge your brain to distinguish between subtle differences. These puzzles engage the workings of the visual processing, thereby enhancing the ability to solve problems and make proper judgments. They also foster creativity because the brain learns to interpret information differently.

Optical illusions stimulate neural pathways that increase mental agility and keep the mind active. They also promote mindfulness, making the person focus on the present moment. Simple engagement with such illusions can develop the ability to observe things, enhance the spatial perception of the brains, and provide a source of enjoyment that relieves stress while exercising the brain simultaneously.

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