The "Let's Make a Deal" Paradox

[Tobiasly]

Originally posted by russotto
Monty's knowledge is critical. If he did not have it, he would sometimes open the door with the prize. In those cases he did not, you would have a 50/50 chance whether you switched or did not.

Dammit, that's exactly what I said. Quit trying to confuse the issue.

Vsp thought Monty's knowledge was coming into play in that he is trying to influence the outcome of the game. That is not the case. He simply follows the rules for his role. A trained monkey could do his job and it wouldn't affect the coutcome.