Two Envelopes Problem

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	Two Envelopes Problem (en.wikipedia.org)
	8 points by atomon 356 days ago

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giardini 356 days ago

Since no information is gained between one's first choice and the second, I see no advantage in changing.

In that sense, this problem differs from the Monty Hall problem, wherein new information is revealed between the first and second choice.

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shitpostbot 356 days ago

Well yeah, this is just supposed to be a paradox where you break down the flaw in the way the problem is presented. Recognizing that there is a flaw isn't the point.

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