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Re:How to explain the Monty Hall problem to a disbeliever by mcphage on Tuesday March 14, 2023 @08:41AM (#35150534)
> there should never be a scenario where the show host gives you an opportunity to switch boxes unless you have already chosen the prize box

The host always gives you an opportunity to switch boxes.

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Re:How to explain the Monty Hall problem to a disbeliever by Jensson on Tuesday March 14, 2023 @09:02AM (#35150773)
That is an assumption though, the problem usually doesn't say that.
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Re:How to explain the Monty Hall problem to a disbeliever by mcphage on Tuesday March 14, 2023 @02:02PM (#35155734)
What would the problem even be asking if you don't get that choice? The problem (as given) requires you to make a choice about keeping or switching—if the host doesn't offer you that option, then what is the problem even about?
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