Guess the hidden eight-character equation, such as 12+46=58, in six tries. Every guess must be a correct calculation. Green, yellow and grey tiles show which digits and signs are right. New equation every day.
How to play Daily Equation
- The hidden answer is an equation with exactly eight characters, for example 12+46=58 or 9*8-7=65.
- Each guess must be a mathematically correct equation with one equals sign and a whole number on the right.
- Multiplication and division are done before addition and subtraction.
- After each guess, green means the right character in the right place, yellow means it is in the equation elsewhere, and grey means it is not used.
- You have six guesses. Numbers cannot start with a zero, and division must give a whole number.
Tips and strategy
- Start with an equation that uses many different digits and two operators, such as 9*8-7=65.
- The result on the right is often the easiest part to pin down: watch where the equals sign turns green.
- Think about size: a two-digit result with one operator usually means addition or subtraction of two-digit numbers.
- Digits can repeat, just like letters in a word game.
- Before guessing, check your equation in your head: an incorrect equation is rejected and does not use a turn.
Frequently asked questions
Which operators can appear?
Addition (+), subtraction (−), multiplication (×) and division (÷). The answer always contains at least one operator and one equals sign.
Does the order of operations apply?
Yes. Multiplication and division are calculated before addition and subtraction, so 2+3*4=14.
Can the result be negative?
No. The result is always a whole number of zero or more, written without a leading zero.
Why was my guess rejected?
Every guess has to be a correct equation of exactly eight characters. If the calculation is wrong, the row shakes and you can fix it without losing a turn.
Is the equation the same in every language?
Yes. Numbers are universal, so everyone in the world gets the same equation on the same day.
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