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Zahna Eklund & Mya Bollan

Brain teaser challenges you to spot hidden word in just 18 seconds to join '2% club'

Keeping your mind active and your brain sharp is just as important as keeping physically active.

And one way to give your brain a work out is by tackling an optical illusion or two. The teasers can help improve your brain's ability to perceive and interpret visual information as well as improving problem solving skills and your ability to focus.

With a little practice, you may find yourself figuring out brain teasers pretty quickly. But can you beat the clock when tackling this word puzzle?

You have just 18 seconds to spot the word "DATE" amongst the sea of misspelled words. Ready?

According to Freshers Live, just two per cent of people can find the word in the image when racing against the 18 second clock, reports the Mirror.

You've got to have eyes like a hawk to spot 'date' in 18 seconds or less (Fresherslive)

If you are still giving it a go, you may want to look away now. Consider this your spoiler warning!

Try looking towards the top right of the image. Got it now?

If not, here is the answer circled to put an end to your frustrations.

Did you spot the hidden word in the allotted time? (Fresherslive)

"DATE" is the final word on the second row, pretty hard to ignore once you realise, right?

If you fancy another challenge why not take on this optical illusion where you must find the hidden hanger among the messy clothes.

Or what about trying to this tricky brainteaser testing those with a high IQ.

Let us know how you get on in the comments!

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