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Arithmo

Guess the equation in 6 tries

  • ~3 min
  • Equation puzzle
  • Numbers

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How to play Arithmo

  1. 1Guess the hidden equation in 6 tries
  2. 2Each guess must be a valid equation
  3. 3Colors show how close your guess was

Tips and strategy for Arithmo

  • Balance both sides before submitting; a guess that does not evaluate is rejected.
  • Lock the characters already in the right place and rebuild the equation around them.
  • Vary the operators you test early; the equation can use plus, minus, times or divide.

Questions about Arithmo

How long is the hidden equation in Arithmo?

Eight characters, counting the digits, the operators and the single equals sign.

How many tries does Arithmo allow?

Six guesses. Green marks a character in the right place, yellow means it appears elsewhere in the equation and gray means it is not used.

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