The Danger of Rushing
Rushing is the common thread in most incorrect answers.
When we rush:
- We skip steps
- We ignore structure
- We trust first impressions
These problems exploit that tendency.
If you slow down, write out each step, and follow the rules carefully, the solution becomes clear.
But slowing down feels unnecessary when something looks simple.
That’s the paradox.
otherwise—happen not because we don’t know enough, but because we don’t pause long enough.
The “simple math problem” becomes a metaphor for life itself.
