From The New York Times · · 30s
Monty Hall Game Show Puzzle
A game show host's classic probability puzzle from 1970s TV.
In brief
A game show host's classic probability puzzle from 1970s TV. Monty Hall's game show puzzle demonstrates why switching doors in a three-door game increases winning chances to two-thirds. Originally reported by The New York Times.
Game Show Setup
Behind one of three doors is a new car. Behind the other two are goats.
Player Chooses Door
Contestants pick a door to guess where the car is hidden.
Host Reveals Goat
The host opens a different door to show a goat.
The main idea
Monty Hall's game show puzzle demonstrates why switching doors in a three-door game increases winning chances to two-thirds.
