Hurt that everyone in town considers him a freak for his huge appetite, Jughead decides to go on a diet. As soon as he stops eating, he becomes stupid, endangering his ability to win the inter-city scholarship trophy for the school. Miss Grundy realizes why Jughead never got fat: his body converts food into brain power instead of flab, and when he's not eating, he's not smart.; Jughead and Archie look for each other without success. Each ends up at the other one's house, where they have a snack while waiting.; Jughead wins a TV in a raffle, but his Uncle Herman tries to re-wire it so it will show programs in 3-D.; Jughead explains that anyone can make money if they strike while opportunity is hot.; Jughead and Souphead play catch and discuss a girl Souphead likes.; When Jinx practices the piano, Hap wears her space helmet so he can read the newspaper in peace.