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How to Learn the Kelly Method of Betting

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Use the Kelly method of betting to lessen the chance of going broke when playing blackjack and counting cards.

Difficulty: Moderately challenging
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  1. Step 1

    Learn to count cards. (See "How to Count Cards.")

  2. Step 2

    Learn how to play break-even blackjack. (See "How to Play Break-even Blackjack.")

  3. Step 3

    Figure out your advantage in percent when you have a true count of +2 at the blackjack table. Note that the rules and number of decks will give the casino the advantage until the count reaches a certain point, generally +2.

  4. Step 4

    Figure out that same percentage of your bankroll and what it comes out to in dollars. This is Kelly betting.

  5. Step 5

    Recognize that performing complicated mathematical equations is impossible at the table with the dealer demanding a decision and the cocktail waitress asking you if you want a drink.

  6. Step 6

    Quarter or halve that percentage of your bankroll.

  7. Step 7

    Bet that quartered or halved amount when you have a true count of +2 at the blackjack table.

  8. Step 8

    Raise your bet when the count goes up. When the count goes up by true +1, the advantage goes up by 1/2 of a percent.

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