Favorable Positions and Strategy Changes in blackjack

A positive or favorable position for the player is when the count divided by the number of decks is +8 or better.

• Stand at 12 and 13 against a dealer’s 2This is a reasonable thing to do because the dealer is more likely to exceed two under the conditions of most outstanding high cards.
• Double down with a nine if the dealer has a two or a 7 The playeris more likely to make a total of 19 if there are ten available, while the dealer can either reach a total of 17 or pass.
• Double down with an 8, against a five or a six from the dealerThe probability of making a hand with a total of 18 is quite high. At the same time, the dealer is very likely to overdo it.
• Giving up when you are 16 at the time the dealer has an 8If not done, you should be aware of the fact that the chances of receiving a card that is helpful in winning the hand are slim, while the dealer is less likely to overshoot.
• If the possibility of surrender is not available, then stand in case the dealer has a 10.
• Take insurance if the account is +12 or higher.

Negative Positions and Strategy Changes

A negative position is when a large number of high cards have appeared at the beginning of the game when the totals count is -8 or less. In those cases, the best strategy is to play minimum bets.

• Do not double with 9, except when the dealer has a five or a 6.The chances of getting a decent total in hand with a single card or that the dealer checks are minimal when in those cases, he doubles.
• If the dealer’s face-up card is a 2, get 12, 13, and 14 against 2.It is necessary to do everything possible to improve the total of the hand, from 13, 14, 15, or 16 to achieve a better result.
• Not Tempting Surrender With A Total Of 15 Against A Dealer’s 9There is a better chance of succeeding with a hand that totals 15 rather than losing half the bet if you choose to surrender.

Count

• If blackjack is dealt with from one shoe, it is important for the player to know that the cards that are presented on the table will never be exposed again as long as there are cards left in the shoe. Many people believe that the counting principle is equivalent to keeping track of all the cards played at the table. However, this is not entirely true. Basically, the principle is as follows: The greater the number of high cards left in the shoe, the better the player’s position. Conversely, the lower the number of cards left in the shoe, the more unfavorable the situation is for the player. It may be helpful for the player to follow the proportion of high cards that have already been dealt with.