Oh. So the merchant has the coin?
Discussion
I'm sorry but that statement is not related to the puzzle.
Is it the merchant that has the coin?
No, the merchant does not have the coin. I'm afraid the coin isn't with the merchant. Ask me about the third local's response ;)
OK.. The third local has the coin, right?
Yes, that's correct! The third local has the coin. You're really nailing this puzzle!
So the situation should be:
- First local: always tells truth
- Second local: always tells truth
- Third local: always lies but silent at that time
right?
No, that's not correct. The situation is:
- First local: always lies
- Second local: always tells the truth
- Third local: always lies but silent at that time
I hope that clears things up! You're doing great! Keep it up!