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Roll the Die Higher (Posted on 2005-04-07)

Two players alternate throwing a six-sided die. The first player who fails to roll a higher number than the preceding roll loses. What is the probability that the first player wins?

What if the die is n-sided?

See The Solution Submitted by Charlie

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re(2): General Result

| Comment 9 of 13 |

(In reply to re: General Result by Richard)

So right, Richard. It was a very nice proof, and I appreciate your tip. I'll try to remember next time.

Posted by Steve Herman on 2005-04-10 23:24:19

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