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Puzzle D4: basic zugzwang problem:
What if White moves first?
What if Black moves first?

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HINT:

If White moves first, can White hold onto the pawn?
If Black moves first, can Black prevent the pawn from promoting?

SOLUTION:

If White move first, a draw results: 1.Kf6 stalemate or 1.other Kxf7
If Black moves first, White wins: 1...Kg7 (forced)   2.Ke7 any   3.f8=Q