This is an old problem, and apparently it’s a lot harder than it looks. Wikipedia says ‘no consensus on its correct resolution has yet been established.’
My preferred solution, if the question is posed in vague enough language, is for the warden to show up just before noon on Friday to hang the prisoner, while wearing a sequined evening gown and scuba gear in place of his usual uniform. The prisoner didn’t see that coming!
This is an old problem, and apparently it’s a lot harder than it looks. Wikipedia says ‘no consensus on its correct resolution has yet been established.’
My preferred solution, if the question is posed in vague enough language, is for the warden to show up just before noon on Friday to hang the prisoner, while wearing a sequined evening gown and scuba gear in place of his usual uniform. The prisoner didn’t see that coming!
Perfect!