Only those with genius IQ can find rogue four-leaf clover in 15 seconds

Find out if you're a true clever clogs with this baffling brainteaser that's leaving most Brits utterly stumped. You may think that solving puzzles and riddles is a waste of time - or something you only do when bored out of your mind. However, research has suggested that brainteasers have the ability to positively impact the central nervous system.

While this isn't enough to turn you into a rocket scientist or a mini Albert Einstein, it may improve your concentration levels and leave you with a stronger attention span. Think of it as a mini workout, but for your brain!

Crafted by experts at MrQ, the brainteaser below can only be solved by individuals with a genius-level IQ - and requires rapid reaction times and meticulous attention to detail. So, what are you waiting for? Let's get straight to it!

The image above shows a collage of three-leaf clovers against a vibrant blue background. But, hiding in plain sight is a lucky four-leaf clover, and you need to find it in just 15 seconds or less to prove you're a proper smarty pants. Fail, and you can kiss goodbye to that Mensa membership.

However, as previously reported, only one in ten manage to do so within the 15-second limit, making the task seem almost impossible for most. And no, we're not giving away any clues for this one!

Tempted to surrender, or reckon you've solved the puzzle in the nick of time? Scroll down to the bottom of the article to reveal the answer - but no cheating!

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If you enjoyed that pesky brainteaser, give your brain another workout with these 10 questions that look like your bog-standard pub quiz. However, they have been strategically designed to trip you up, so make sure you read each question carefully and don't rush ahead.

You have just three seconds on each question before you need to move on to the next - and you need to get at least eight right to prove you're a modern-day genius. Once you're done, you cancheck your answers here.

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Up for another mental workout? Check out our full collection of tricky brainteasers, riddles, and puzzles here - or, learn more about your hidden personality traits with these mind-boggling optical illusions.

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