Simple Strategy for a Simple Game

Blackjack is the most widely played casino game in the world and when you peel back all of the gloss and glamour, Blackjack, is a simple game. To prove it here are some simple rules…

1. The person who manages to get their cards to add up closest to 21 without going over wins – simple really!

2. If the dealer’s up card is seven or higher you should continue to hit until you have a hard count of at least 17 or higher, or a soft count of 18 or higher – simple really!

3. If the dealer is showing you an up card that is six or lower, then you should continue to take a hit until you have at least 12. When you have 12 or higher take a stand – simple really!

4. Doubling down means to double your original ante – simple really!

5. If your first two cards totals 10 or 11, and at the same time, the dealers up card is nine or lower then you should double down – simple really!

6. If you are dealt a pair then you can divide them into two separate hands. The two separate hands will become two separate wagers and therefore cost you double your money. Dividing your hand is known as splitting – simple really!

7. Always split aces and eights and never split any other pair – simple really!

So there you have it, seven simple rules created to play the simple game Blackjack – simple really!

This article was written by gaming blogger Alex. When she's not trying her luck at blackjack, you're bound to find her playing slots or poker on the web.

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