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This puzzle is a misdirection.
The £27 already includes the £2 kept by the bellboy.
So: £25 (room) + £2 (bellboy) = £27.
There’s no missing £1, the math is just framed to confuse you.
Show Answer
This puzzle is a misdirection.
The £27 already includes the £2 kept by the bellboy.
So: £25 (room) + £2 (bellboy) = £27.
There’s no missing £1, the math is just framed to confuse you.