The Riddle That Seems Impossible Even If You Know The Answer
Veritasium・2 minutes read
A mathematical strategy involving loops increases the chance of success for 100 prisoners finding their numbers in boxes to nearly one in three, with a 31% success rate. The strategy ensures that all prisoners have an equal chance of success, highlighting the importance of linking everyone's outcomes together in the process.
Insights
- Following a loop strategy significantly increases the chance of success in the prisoner number finding scenario to around 31%, far better than random guessing.
- The loop strategy in the prisoner number finding scenario ensures equal chances for all prisoners, emphasizing the interconnectedness of their outcomes and the importance of a systematic approach over random guessing.
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How do prisoners increase chances of success?
By following loops to find their numbers.
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