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Problem diagram.
Black plays.

Source:
American Go Journal , Vol. 17, No. 3, Sept 1982, cover problem

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Best
Black 1 creates an ideal double wing formation off of the strong upper right corner. At the same time, Black 1 aims at invading White's upper left formation at A or B.

For similar reasons, White would have liked to have played at C before Black 1. The difference between Black 1 and White C is enormous.


Second best
Black 1 solidifies the lower right corner, and aims at attacking White's right side group or extending along the bottom. Black 1 is also big, but the Black play at the top is even bigger.


Third best
Although large, Black 1 does not have the territory making and follow up potential as Black's other two moves. Any other Black moves rank even lower.


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