Is prize money sometimes combined?
Yes, we reserve the right to combine the first and second prize money, either when the second prize amount would be divided into amounts too small to make writing checks worthwhile or when the amount is equal to, or exceeds, the first prize share. This does not apply to Contests for which only one prize, or non-divisible (e.g. non-cash) prizes are offered. • Can I be sure that my entry will be processed correctly? After 23 years in business, our system of mailing prize checks and tiebreakers and publishing results are remarkably efficient and reliable. There should be no need to inquire about an entry or prize check. All requests to research an entry, tiebreaker or prize check must include $5 for each item. The $5 will be refunded if we are in error. • Will results to each puzzle be published? Yes, the results of all winning scores and the winners’ names are published in sequence every week. If you require a copy of the winning solution, there is a $5 charge for each one, and it must b
