Mathematicians reveal the secrets to getting an edge playing board games this Christmas... Including what to buy in Monopoly and which character to choose in Cluedo

According to Professor Marcus du Sautoy,from Oxford University, Mrs Peacock is the best character to choose in Cluedo as she starts in a position on the board closest to the most rooms.

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