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Hello. I use the Hi-Opt 1 count only for single-deck games because it treats the Ace as a neutral card, thus it's more accurate when telling you how to play your hand, but less accurate than counts like the Hi/Lo when telling you how much to bet. If you use a side count of Aces, the Hi-Opt 1...

Hello, zg. Good point, thanks. While "full" Kelly betting implies you can never go broke because you'd be constantly lowering your bets as your bankroll declined in a losing streak, the reality is that you might have to bet $1.12 at some point, which is probably impossible. Because of all...

Calculating the Optimal Bet If, by "optimal bet" you mean how much to bet at a particular True Count, it's primarily a function of your advantage and your total bankroll. For example, if the rules of the game give the casino a 0.50% edge before the shuffle and you're using the Hi/Lo Count or...