Solving The Price Is Right

NetGalley Review: 4 stars

Last updated on 29 Dec 2022

“What did you most look forward to when you were homesick from school in the nineties? For me, it was the Price is Right. The Price is Right has been a beloved game show for decades despite the fact that most who attend lose. In Solving The Price is Right, Justin L. Bergner uses probability theory and data analysis to explore the strategies and biases that not only influence success on the show but success in our lives. Whether you’re a fan of the show or just interested in the science behind decision-making, this book is a must-read.”–Mike Costaris, @SimplyTheBestBooks

“Bergner shows that game theory can be both educational and entertaining at the same time. Solving the Price is Right is a fascinating introduction to some important ideas in mathematics and decision-making.”- George Cooper, Chief Investment Officer at Equitile Investments Ltd., and author of Fixing Economics and The Origin of Financial Crises

“For folks who are enchanted with television game shows - in particular, The Price is Right - this book presents strategies in a very intelligible style that can be used to improve the odds of winning. Solving The Price is Right also demonstrates the all-too-often-neglected power that understanding probability has in everyday life. Even if you are not planning to be a contestant on this long-running show, Bergner presents logic that can be helpful beyond mathematics.”- Alfred S. Posamentier, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus and former dean at The City College of New York, and the author of The Secret Lives of Numbers and The Joy of Geometry among many others.

“Solving the Price is Right is an amazing mathematical analysis that can help you win at our games (and come home with A NEW CAR!). For anyone looking to sharpen their minds and deepen their understanding of the iconic television program.” - Roger Dobkowitz, Emmy-winning former producer, The Price is Right

Justin L. Bergner graduated cum laude from Yale University with a B.A. in Economics and Mathematics with a specific focus on Game Theory and Probability Theory. He has spent the last sixteen years as an Equity Investment Analyst and Portfolio Manager since receiving an MBA from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. He maintains a popular mathematics blog.