#1
|
|||
|
|||
Backpack Theft Problem
Suppose that you are a thief at a beach. You see a backpack on a towel unguarded. <PRE> Assume: 1) The backpack with its contents is worth W dollars to you. 2) It takes you 1 minute to steal the backpack. 3) If the owner returns while you are stealing, you will lose J dollars. (Bribe for police, jailer, ...) 4) If the owner does not return during the 1 minute stealing process, you are not caught. </PRE> Question: Should you a) Steal the backpack immediately or b) Watch for a few minutes to see if the owner returns, and then, if he does not return, steal the backpack. |
|
|