Multiple choice general knowledge math & puzzles

A standard –sized cigarette can be rolled out of 6 standard –sized cigarette butts . How many cigarettes can be made smoke from 36 butts?

  1. 7

  2. 8

  3. 6

  4. 12

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A Correct answer
Explanation

From 36 butts, you make 6 cigarettes. After smoking those 6, you have 6 new butts, which allows you to make 1 more cigarette. Total cigarettes = 6 + 1 = 7. This is a classic lateral thinking puzzle.