Imagine a game with 100,000 participants. Each person must choose a whole number between 1 and 1,000. The goal? To be the only person to choose your specific number. Anyone who chooses the same numbers will be eliminated.

So, what number do you choose to maximize your chances of being the sole survivor?

This isn’t a simple guessing game. It’s a fascinating puzzle that blends probability and a bit of game theory.

  • @MidsizedSedan
    3•8 days ago

    I would pick a number in the mid teens. I would guess others will use up all 4 place values to maximise thier odds of survival, no one will pick low 2 digit numbers.

    Also, if it goes by common passcode digits, 1980-2010 is the biggest no go zone.