MediumMath and Logic
Pays payout in Yen. Charge to play?
Riddle
Pays payout in Yen. Charge to play?
Choose an answer
A.�1.00
B.�6.00
C.�5.00
D.> �3.50
Hint: It's a word with 0 letters, starting with ">".
Answer
> �3.50
Why this is the answer
The expected value is the average of all outcomes: (1+2+3+4+5+6)/6 = 21/6 = 3.5. To make a profit, the 'house' must charge more than the expected payout.
This riddle is filed under Math Riddles and rated Medium.