NEARISH #46 · Tuesday, November 10, 2026
NEARISH #46 answers
126 people played this puzzle. The average score was 202 out of 500.
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Science
How many lightning flashes happen on Earth every second?
Answer: 44 flashes
About 44 on average — around 1.4 billion a year. Most strike over land near the equator.
Typical guess: 2,000 flashes · Average score: 12 out of 100
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Geography
How many countries does the Danube River flow through?
Answer: 10 countries
10, more than any other river, from Germany to Ukraine — passing through four capital cities along the way.
Typical guess: 8 countries · Average score: 69 out of 100
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Money
What is the most ever paid for a single coin?
Answer: $18.9 million
About $18.9 million in 2021 for a 1933 Double Eagle — a $20 gold coin that was never officially released.
Typical guess: $2 million · Average score: 16 out of 100
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Technology
How many Atari 2600 game consoles were sold?
Answer: 30 million consoles
About 30 million, over a remarkably long run from 1977 to 1992.
Typical guess: 5 million consoles · Average score: 21 out of 100
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Everyday Life
What temperature does the US Department of Energy recommend setting a water heater to?
Answer: 120°F
120°F — hot enough for most needs, with less risk of scalding and lower energy bills. Many heaters ship set to 140°F.
Typical guess: 110°F · Average score: 84 out of 100
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