The Monty Hall Problem

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The Misconception: Random chance can not be altered.

The Truth: Sometimes, it can.

"Suppose you are on a game show, and you're given the choice of three doors. You get whatever is behind the door you pick. Behind one door is a car. Behind the other two, goats."

http://youarenotsosmart.com/2010/03/11/the-monty-hall-problem/

In your own words how does this work? Do you believe that you can alter randomness? If you were on the the game show would you switch after making a choice? What does your text say about decision making?

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