SIG (Susquehanna)–styleInternInternQuestion #56
We are racing, and at any time we may signal to double our bet. We have each put down 100 to start. If, during the race, I signal that I want to double the bet, what is the minimum probability of winning that you would need in order to accept continuing with the doubled bet?
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