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Example Play Situation
Alice and Bob are playing Connect 4. Alice places a yellow disc in column 3, and Bob places a red disc in column 4. The game continues until a player connects four or the board is full.
Common Misconceptions
The game automatically ends in a draw if the board is full
A draw is declared if no one can make a move
Quick Reference
You Can
You Cannot
Continue playing until a player achieves a connection of four
Declare a draw based on unofficial house rules
Check the board state if all slots are filled
Stop play before a connection is made or the board is full
