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Originally Posted by Wayne C.
just showing up doesnt give you an equal probability of winning anything.
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Of course. But the original supposition was that every robot showing up had equal probability of winning. The contention was, given random equality, going to multiple events was of no benefit. While I calculated it incorrectly, Nikhil Bajaj showed that you would have better odds by going to multiple events.
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A robot can win multiple regionals due to quality play or be the worst robot at every regional.
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And by fate, that worst robot could even win all it's matches due to help from partners, make brilliant alliance selections, and win the whole thing.