The “How many eggs are left?” riddle is a bit of a brain-twister. It says you have six eggs. You break two, cook two, and eat two — then asks how many eggs remain.
Surprisingly, the answer is four. Why? Because the same two eggs are being broken, cooked, and eaten. You don’t use six different eggs, just two all along. So, four eggs stay intact.
Many people stumble here because they picture separate eggs for every action. But the riddle never states that. This subtle wording is what creates the challenge.
It’s a fun example of why we should always look closely at what’s being asked and not rush to conclusions. Next time you hear it, you’ll know exactly what to say.