To Solve This 1945 Logic Puzzle, You Need Some Seriously Creative Thinking

Let’s travel back in time to 1945.

The Candle Problem is an old logic puzzle, originally published by Karl Duncker in 1945. It might seem straightforward, but to solve it correctly, you’ll need to be able to think outside the box.

The Candle Problem

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This is the candle problem. The question is: ‘how to fix and light the candle on the wall in a way so the candle wax won't drip onto the table below?’ #bestselleracademy #thecandleproblem #cognitiveexperiment #training #education #management #leadership #tuesday #stayeducated

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You’re in a room with a table pushed against the wall. On it is a box of thumbtacks, matches, and a candle. You must attach the lit candle to the wall in a way that the wax won’t drip onto the table or floor. How do you complete this task?

Continue reading when you’re ready to check your answer (or you’ve given up!).