I have been offered $5,000$ by Ms Y for a second$-$hand car that I am selling. I would like to get at least $6,000$ and have told Ms Y I will accept no offer less than $6,000.$ In the presence of Ms Y$,$ I have made a bet with Mr$.$ Z that if I sell the car for less than $6,000|$ will pay Mr$.$ Z $1,000.$ In terms of getting at least $6,000$ from Ms Y has my arrangement

with Mr$.$ Z: a$.$

b$.$ C$.$ d$.$

e$.$

needlessly complicated matters. caused Y to reduce her offer below $5,000.$ persuaded Y that I am unsure what I want.