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

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The forum discussion revolves around the classic game "20 Questions," where players ask Yes/No questions to identify a hidden object. Participants share their experiences and strategies, highlighting the challenge of formulating effective questions. A notable mention is the handheld game "20Q," which utilizes artificial intelligence to play the game efficiently. The conversation emphasizes the importance of narrowing down possibilities through strategic questioning rather than making random guesses.

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  • Understanding of the game mechanics of "20 Questions."
  • Familiarity with strategic questioning techniques.
  • Basic knowledge of artificial intelligence applications in games, particularly "20Q."
  • Ability to engage in logical deduction and binary search methods.
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  • Explore the mechanics of "20 Questions" and its variations.
  • Research effective questioning strategies for deduction games.
  • Investigate the AI algorithms used in the "20Q" game.
  • Learn about logical deduction techniques and their applications in problem-solving.
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This discussion is beneficial for game enthusiasts, educators looking to teach critical thinking, and developers interested in AI applications in gaming.

  • #151
Is it used to save/carry stuff?
 
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  • #152
Gad said:
Is it used to save/carry stuff?

Not at all.
 
  • #153
Who's next?
 
  • #154
Is it a TV?
 
  • #155
micromass said:
Is it a TV?

No, it's not.
 
  • #156
OMG :smile:
I don't think I'm going to get out of this round safely. :smile:
 
  • #157
Used as a Decoration?
 
  • #158
Enigman said:
Used as a Decoration?

It can be used as a decoration. In fact, I want to put it in my house as a decoration since I think it looks cool. But its actual purpose is not at all decorational.
 
  • #159
Is it used to kill people? :biggrin:
 
  • #160
Gad said:
Is it used to kill people? :biggrin:

I have googled it, and I have found no results of people killed by this object. Not that I looked very well.
 
  • #161
Electrical?
 
  • #162
Enigman said:
Electrical?

Not at all.
 
  • #163
Does it change with time?
 
  • #164
Gad said:
Does it change with time?

The object itself doesn't change with time. But time is certainly essential. It would be rather useless without it.
 
  • #165
Is it used to measure something?
 
  • #166
Gad said:
Is it used to measure something?

Yes.
 
  • #167
Who's next? :biggrin:
 
  • #168
Is it either time measuring or length measuring device ? (Trying to union sets)
You don't need to tell which one, just a 'yes' if it falls on either of the categories.
 
  • #169
Yes.
 
  • #170
Measures time?
 
  • #171
Yes.
 
  • #172
micromass said:
Yes.

Speaking of time, when do you sleep, micro :eek:?
 
  • #173
Oh common people, this round took too much time already.
 
  • #174
Gad said:
Oh common people, this round took too much time already.

A bigger version is named big ben?
 
  • #175
Enigman said:
A bigger version is named big ben?

Nope
 
  • #176
lisab said:
Speaking of time, when do you sleep, micro :eek:?

[Quoted the wrong person last time...]
Works without gravity?
 
  • #177
Why do I feel that Gad PMed the answer to Micromass..
.
 
  • #178
I think I got the answer;
And I really don't want to be the answerer...
 
  • #179
Enigman said:
[Quoted the wrong person last time...]
Works without gravity?

Gravity is needed.
 
  • #180
Enigman said:
I think I got the answer;
And I really don't want to be the answerer...
Do you think you are the only one?


Anyway, on the topic. Does it have a part that keeps swinging to and fro? :)
 

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