The Myths and Math of Blackjack
December 18, 2008, Posted by Irfan at 9:28 am
Even those readers who are not mathematically inclined should read the first part of this chapter, which dispels the ten most common misconceptions about the game. The last half presents a variety of information and tables likely to be of more interest to those players who enjoy figuring out odds for themselves and understanding the reasoning behind certain plays.
The Myths of Blackjack
- Single-deck and multiple-deck games offer the same odds.
- Expert counting requires a photographic memory.
- Some bet-ranging systems are better than others.
- Always play your hands so that you win most often.
- Never take insurance.
- Players who play badly can affect other hands.
- Always split Aces and 8s, but never T’s.
- Surrender is for suckers.
- Crooked casinos are a thing of the past.
- Blackjack is a game of chance.
