When is 99 more than 100?
Understand the Problem
The question is a riddle or a play on words. It's asking when a typical mathematical concept (99 being less than 100) is not true, prompting us to think outside conventional numerical relationships.
Answer
When using a microwave.
The final answer is when using a microwave.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is when using a microwave.
More Information
When you run a microwave for '99', it runs for 1 minute and 39 seconds, while '100' runs for 1 minute.
Tips
Common mistakes include interpreting the riddle too literally or missing the context of specific appliances like a microwave.
Sources
- 99 > 100... Riddle And Answer - Riddles.com - riddles.com
- When is 99 greater than 100? - riddles - Reddit - reddit.com