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.

  • #181
I_am_learning said:
Do you think you are the only one?


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

Nope.
 
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  • #182
Does it consist of springs?
 
  • #183
Gad said:
Does it consist of springs?

Nope.
 
  • #184
Is mercury involved?
 
  • #185
Gad said:
Is mercury involved?

Nope. Neither the planet, nor the element, nor the God.
 
  • #186
Did you use any mathematical logic in any of your answers?

PS. This is not a question for the game. ^2
 
  • #187
Gad said:
Did you use any mathematical logic in any of your answers?

PS. This is not a question for the game. ^2

Maybe you should ignore the question whether gravity is needed. I think it is needed, but I don't know enough physics to be sure.
 
  • #188
Astro...? :biggrin:
 
  • #189
Gad said:
Astro...? :biggrin:

...nuc?
 
  • #190
Just give the answer... If you don't want to be the next answerer, then I'll do it in your place.
 
  • #191
Lol :smile:
 
  • #192
micromass said:
Just give the answer... If you don't want to be the next answerer, then I'll do it in your place.

Ok, not sure though; astrolabe.
 
  • #193
Gad said:
Ok, not sure though; astrolabe.

Nope. :-p

It's older than that.
 
  • #194
micromass said:
Nope. :-p

It's older than that.

You!

Does it require water?
 
  • #195
Gad said:
You!

Does it require water?

Nope.
 
  • #196
No, it doesn't.
 
  • #197
micromass said:
No, it doesn't.

OOPS my question was: Does it require sand. And the answer is apparently No.
 
  • #198
edward said:
OOPS my question was: Does it require sand. And the answer is apparently No.

You would definitely need glass for that answer, which is not the case here.

Hmm, are you sure there is no light involved here, micro? Sun light, or lighting stuff?
 
  • #199
Gad said:
You would definitely need glass for that answer, which is not the case here.

Hmm, are you sure there is no light involved here, micro? Sun light, or lighting stuff?

Yes, light is very important. But you asked "Is it light?", which it is not.
 
  • #200
micromass said:
Yes, light is very important. But you asked "Is it light?", which it is not.

Yeah yeah yeah.


Candle clock.
 
  • #201
Gad said:
Yeah yeah yeah.


Candle clock.

Nope.
 
  • #202
Sundial.
 
  • #203
Gad said:
Sundial.

Nice :-p

Should I go next, or do you want to?
 
  • #204
Nope, I only like to ask questions. :biggrin:

Go ahead :)
 
  • #205
Fine, I got a new object.
 
  • #206
Does it fit in your hands?
 
  • #207
Gad said:
Does it fit in your hands?

Yes. But you don't want it between your hands.
 
  • #208
Is it an animal?
 
  • #209
Gad said:
Is it an animal?

Not at all.
 
  • #210
Is it metallic?
 

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