20 Questions: An Intelligence-Testing Game of Yes/No Questions

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the game "20 Questions," where players ask Yes/No questions to identify a hidden object. Participants explore the mechanics of the game, share experiences, and engage in a live game session, while also discussing strategies and challenges encountered during play.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Debate/contested
  • Technical explanation

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses difficulty in formulating effective questions during the game.
  • Another participant mentions a variation of the game with only three questions, questioning its feasibility.
  • Several participants engage in a live game, asking questions to narrow down the identity of the object.
  • There is a discussion about the importance of narrowing the field rather than making random guesses.
  • Participants propose various questions to clarify the object's characteristics, such as whether it is man-made, its size, and its use in transportation.
  • Some participants express predictions about the object based on the questions asked, suggesting possibilities like a car or bicycle.
  • There are discussions about the relevance of previous questions and whether they should be counted in the total.
  • One participant introduces an AI that plays 20 Questions, sharing their experience with its performance.
  • Confusion arises over certain questions, indicating varying levels of understanding among participants.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the mechanics of the game and the need for strategic questioning, but there are differing opinions on the effectiveness of various approaches and the feasibility of identifying the object with limited questions. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the identity of the object being guessed.

Contextual Notes

Some participants express uncertainty about the appropriateness of certain questions and their relevance to the game, indicating a lack of consensus on how to effectively narrow down the possibilities.

  • #301
Nope. Using it as a shield would be really immoral not to mention the PETA will hound you.
 
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  • #302
Is it a dog?
 
  • #303
YES INDEED!
Your turn Blokpoi.
 
  • #304
Alright I have something on my mind, go!
 
  • #305
Is it used to correct something?
 
  • #306
It can be used for that purpose, yes.
 
  • #307
Does it consist of glass?
 
  • #308
Yes.
 
  • #309
is it eyeglasses?
 
  • #310
Nope
 
  • #311
Can/does it contain liquid?
 
  • #312
No, it doesn't.
 
  • #313
Is it a mirror?
 
  • #314
No. It isn't.
 
  • #315
Does it require a battery to work?
 
  • #316
Yes!
 
  • #317
If it's what I think, it's not smart at all. :biggrin:
 
  • #318
It is smart. :P
 
  • #319
If you say so. Btw, read about liquid crystals, they're cool. :)

Who's next??
 
  • #320
Gad said:
If you say so. Btw, read about liquid crystals, they're cool. :)

Who's next??

I didn't realize we were done? I was just saying the object that I am talking about is smart.
 
  • #321
I think she meant the answer was smart phones.
 
  • #322
Enigman said:
I think she meant the answer was smart phones.
OH, that makes sense, but it is not a smart phone :P
 
  • #323
Will it fit in my palm?
 
  • #324
Enigman said:
Will it fit in my palm?
Yes it will.
 
  • #325
Is it a calculator?
 
  • #326
Enigman said:
Is it a calculator?

Nope.
 
  • #327
Mmmm...Is it commonly seen?
 
  • #328
Enigman said:
Mmmm...Is it commonly seen?
You bet.
 
  • #329
Does it have a touchscreen?
 
  • #330
Gad said:
Does it have a touchscreen?

Yes it does.. I think you are starting to catch on now!
 

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