At first glance, this seems like a simple addition problem. But beware, the last line contains a multiplication problem. And therein lies the trap!

Let’s take a look together at how to solve this puzzle step by step.

Step 1: Determine the value of each element
1. The value of the cat
The first equation is simple:

Cat + Cat + Cat = 60

This means:

3 × Angle = 60

SO:

So = 60 ÷ 3 = 20

2. Value of a basket of eggs.
Let’s use the second equation:

Cat + Human + Human = 26

We know that a cat is worth 20:

20 + 2 × Man = 26

Subtract 20 from each side:

2 × Man = 6