Can You Solve This Tricky Equation Without Pen and Paper?

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The discussion revolves around the Haselbauer-Dickheiser test, which is designed to assess high intelligence levels, specifically targeting individuals with IQs of 180 and above. Participants express frustration over the accessibility of attachment files in the brainteasers forum, suggesting that this limitation may be due to bandwidth preservation or monitoring concerns. The test's questions are critiqued for being overly complex and biased towards those with strong mathematical training, leading to debates on the validity of IQ tests in measuring true intelligence. Some argue that creativity and resourcefulness are equally important, and that the test may not accurately reflect the abilities of individuals without formal math education. Overall, while the puzzles are seen as interesting challenges, there is skepticism regarding their fairness and relevance in evaluating intelligence comprehensively.
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Are you supposed to be allowed pen and paper for #2? It looks just like simultaneous equations, but to attempt it without paper seems a little agonizing.
 

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