which may take extra time.
B – The Horse
The horse is standing in front of the second staircase. Unlike the other routes, this one appears almost perfectly straight.
It leads directly toward the top of the mountain without unnecessary curves or sharp turns. The horse has a clear path ahead and does not need to change direction repeatedly.
Could this simple, straight staircase give the horse the advantage?
C – The Bear
The bear is waiting in front of the third staircase. Its route is another winding path, with several bends