All Problems
Problem #97 MEDIUM

The Monty Hall Remix — Three Prisoners

Paradox Probability Game Theory

Problem Statement

Three prisoners — Anand, Bina, and Chetan — are on death row. The warden will pardon exactly one of them, chosen uniformly at random, but will not reveal who. Anand asks the warden: 'Since at least one of Bina or Chetan must be executed, please tell me the name of one of them who will be executed — this gives me no information about my own fate.' The warden agrees and says 'Bina will be executed.' Has Anand's probability of pardon changed? What is Chetan's probability now?

Answer & Quick Explanation

Logged-in Users Only

You must be logged in to view the answer and check your solution. Signing up is free and takes less than a minute.

Detailed Editorial Solution

Detailed Editorial Solution is Premium

Unlock detailed step-by-step mathematical proofs, logic explanations, and company-specific interview preparation pathways.