It sounds like they created a classic game theory scenario, doesn't it?
Yes, it does. "Johnny von Neumann", the old three man gunfight.
A mathematical gunfight, huh?
Imagine a duel between three people. Now, I'm the worst shot. I hit the target once every three tries.
[Indicates Charlie]
One of my opponents is better. Hits it twice every three shots.
[Indicates Colby]
The third guy is a dead shot. He never misses. Now, each gets one shot. As the worst, I go first. Then Charlie, then Colby. Who do I aim for, for my one shot?
I guess me 'cause I'm the biggest danger, right?
[makes a gun shooting motion toward Charlie] I shoot Eppsey first, but not for the obvious reasons. Chances are two to one I'm going to miss.
And now it's my turn. Logic says I shoot Colby. [makes shooting motion toward Colby]
Right, 'cause if I'm still standing, I'm gonna shoot you, and I don't miss.
Exactly.
As the worst, I use the two better shooters against each other.
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