Question

Study this matrix.

In this game there are two players. The first player can split the matrix vertically into two equal halves and choose one half for further play. The next move on this half is by the other player who will be split it only horizontally and choose one half for further play. The game will continue in this manner. At the end, the last number left is the first player's gain. If you start the game, retain the right half and, again right half after your opponent's move, then how should your opponent play to minimize your gain?6	2	5	1
3	1	4	7
4	1	9	5
3	1	2	4

• A. Retain upper, retain lower
• B. Retain upper, retain upper
• C. Retain lower, retain upper
• D. Retain lower, retain lower

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Retain upper, retain upper

Answer 2

The correct option is (B): Retain upper, retain upper