The Clockmaker’s Brass Gear
A clockmaker sets four trays beside four clocks while making repairs. One tray holds the tiny brass gear needed for the station clock. The tray symbols and repair order reveal where the gear was placed.
Your task
Which tray holds the brass gear?
- 1
The sun tray holds the pocket-watch spring.
- 2
The moon tray holds two silver screws.
- 3
The bell tray holds the wooden pendulum pin.
- 4
Each tray holds parts for only one repair.
Solution revealed
Solution
The answer: Tower tray
The sun, moon, and bell trays are occupied by the spring, screws, and pendulum pin. Since each tray contains parts for a different repair, the unassigned tower tray must hold the brass gear for the station clock.
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Why this answer is the only fit
Tower tray is correct.
The sun, moon, and bell trays are occupied by the spring, screws, and pendulum pin. Since each tray contains parts for a different repair, the unassigned tower tray must hold the brass gear for the station clock.
Original RankDaily puzzle · Manually reviewed · Last updated 20 7 月, 2026