Observation Test: Spot the Mistake in this Boy Picking Strawberries Image

“Spot the mistake” puzzles have been around for a long time and these puzzles may look like light entertainment, however, they are closely related to visual search exercises that are frequently used in research. 

These puzzles tap into the ability of the brain as to how it scans different scenes, detects discrepancies and decides what needs the attention. 

According to Springer Nature, “When we encounter a scene, we can see something everywhere. However, we cannot recognize more than a few items at a time. Attention is used to select items so that their features can be “bound” into recognizable objects. Attention is “guided” so that items can be processed in an intelligent order.”

That is how solving these puzzles can be helpful in everyday life as these help us to notice errors and improve attention slowly and gradually. 

The puzzle below is designed to test how attentive you are. The image below shows a peaceful scene where a boy is picking strawberries in his garden. 

Nothing looks unusual at first glance. But hidden inside the picture is a mistake that doesn’t belong in real life.

Some users online have mentioned that they "have completed it in under 2 minutes". 

Can you solve this puzzle within a minute and find the error? Start the timer and begin your hunt. All the best!

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Brain Teaser: Find the Mistake in the Picture in 59 Seconds

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Instead of jumping around the frame, try scanning in a slow, organized pattern. Many experienced puzzle solvers divide an image into sections and inspect one area at a time. 

This tactic helps to reduce your visual overload and the inconsistencies are visible instantly. 

If the timer adds pressure, that’s part of the challenge. Time limits push the brain to balance speed and accuracy. 

59 seconds are enough to figure out the error but you need to buck up as the time limit will be over soon! 

Here are some generic hints that will help you figure out the answer: 

• Zoom in on the image 

• Have a look at the background if anything feels of to you or not

• Take a break and come back to the image, usually readjusting your focus can help you solve puzzles. 

The time limit will be over in 3… 2… and 1…! 

Did you spot the hidden mistake?

If yes, you successfully shifted from automatic viewing to making your observation work for you. If not, don’t worry. These puzzles are designed in such a way that they confuse a person. 

You can try again to solve this puzzle without a timer and look at each object closely. 

If you are really curious for the answer we have given it in the image below. 

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Find the Mistake in 59 Seconds: Solution

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If you enjoyed this puzzle, try more challenges. Each one trains your eyes to look past surface familiarity and notice what others might miss.

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