I have two sisters. Each of my sisters has the exact same two brothers. How many children are in total in this family?
Four
Since all siblings share the same brothers and sisters, there are 2 girls (the sisters) and 2 boys (the brothers, one of whom is 'I'). 2 + 2 = 4 children.
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