Magic Square Quiz

What is a magic square?

• A square matrix with unique configurations

• A square with equal sides

• A square that can only contain letters

• A type of puzzle with no numbers

What is the magic constant for a 3x3 magic square?

• 10

• 12

• 15

• 18

How many distinct integers does a magic square of order n contain?

• n³

• n²

• 2n

• n

What is the magic sum formula for a magic square?

• M = n(n² + 1) / 2

• M = n(n² - 1) / 2

• M = n² - n

• M = n² + n

What numbers are contained in a pure 4x4 magic square?

• 1 to 25

• 1 to 20

• 1 to 16

• 1 to 12

What is the magic sum for a 5x5 magic square?

• 50

• 85

• 75

• 65

How many different magic squares can be formed with the same values in a 3x3 square?

• 8

• 6

• 4

• 10

What is the median of the numbers in a 3x3 magic square?

• 3

• 5

• 7

• 9

What was the original use of magic squares?

• Games for children

• Artistic designs

• Religious symbols

• Mathematical puzzles

What is the total number of cells in a 4x4 magic square?

• 16

• 14

• 18

• 12