This math-infused matchstick problem leaves the Internet crazy!

An addition is fun, easy even, but this equation leaves us pretty exasperated.

Are you ready to see the problem? Here it is!

You are probably scratching your head right now as that is an impossible equation. When is 6 plus 4 equals 4? Did the rules of this subject change? No. You can fix this with one rule – you may only use a single matchstick to correct the equation. Okay, we are giving you time to think now.

In case you are tired solving this puzzle, let us answer it one by one. There are actually three acceptable solutions in this problem. Again, keep that inequality geek in you as we are talking about equalities here.

First Hint: You can move this matchstick highlighted in blue.

First Solution: Looks legit, isn’t it? It reads now 8 minus 4 equals 4.

Second Hint: You can also move this matchstick highlighted.

Second Solution: Pretty much accurate, as 0 plus 4 is always 4.

Third Hint: You can move this matchstick highlighted. It’s just a matter of where.

Third Solution: Woah. Throw it to the other side and you will get 5 plus 4 equals 9!

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Source: Littlethings

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