This S'pore WhatsApp hotline is called Homework Gods. They will help you solve your homework questions.

Dear gods, can you help me with this Mensa-level Primary 5 question?

Belmont Lay| March 09, 12:28 PM

Update March 9, 2015, 2pm: The Homework Gods have replied to our homework query. Go to the end of the article for update.

A hotline in Singapore -- most likely started by enterprising bored ex-MOE tuition teachers -- has been set up to accept questions from anyone who has a problem with their homework.

Called Homework Gods, or rather, manned by Homework Gods, they are apparently able to answer any queries about pesky annoying homework questions that are causing you to rack your brains.

Here are some examples of conversations taken from their website:

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This is their contact details: +65-91227983

UserID: homeworkgods

FAQ

Q: Who can speak to the Homework Gods?

Anyone who needs help with homework. As long as you need help with doing homework, creating homework or marking homework, just lift your hands and we will deliver.

Q: What subjects, curriculum and levels can you help me with?

Our angels have trained for generations to hone their skills. Each one is blessed with an all-knowing mind to help you with any subject, across all levels and curricula. This way, you can be sure that all help rendered and provided would be of the highest quality. Remember, God loves you and wants only the best for you.

Q: How quickly will I get what I want after requesting it?

God made the universe in 7 days. This won't take that long. I promise.

Q: How much does it cost?

It will cost you nothing to talk to God.

Q: How do you charge me?

We are merciful and graceful. In most cases, it will be free. For small requests, we will do all we can to help you. If the task involves moving a mountain to a prophet, we will discuss with you how best to do it.

Q: Where is Homework Gods available?

God is everywhere, my child. Borders cannot contain us.

To test out how prompt are their replies, we decided to send Homework Gods a super difficult Mensa-level primary 5 math question, which was first spotted here:

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Check it out. The Homework Gods are online:

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But so far, after 40 minutes, we are still waiting for a response from Homework Gods and will update this post with the answer and explanation if it happens.

 

Update March 9, 2015, 2pm:

The Homework Gods have answered our query.

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Reply: My child! The angels have brought great news! The answer is (1) 504. Explanation is that in box 1, only one number, 2 is a factor of 94. In box 2, only 4 and 9 ( 2 numbers) are factors of 144. There in box 3, all 3 numbers have to be factors and only 504 meets that requirement. Hence the answer

 

Update March 9, 2015, 3.15pm:

The Homework Gods have replied with a wink:

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