2 puzzles from Ian Stewart, each explained in a minute and credited to the original work. Free on Savvy.
Five pirates, ranked by seniority, must split 100 gold coins. The most senior proposes a split; all pirates including the proposer vote, and if at least half approve, it happens — …
— Traditional game theory puzzle; popularized by Ian Stewart, Pirate Game
Five pirates, ranked by strict seniority, must agree on how to split 100 gold coins. The most senior proposes a split; all five vote, and it passes with at least half in favor, inc…
— Ian Stewart, A Puzzle for Pirates