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When should you hit hard 16?

When should you hit hard 16?

When should you hit hard 16?

According to most Basic Strategy, you would hit on a hard 16 when the dealer upcard is a 7,8,9,10, or face card, including Aces. The thinking is the dealer most likely has a ten in the hole, and you will need to improve your hand to win. Sure, a lot of the time you will bust, but statistically it's better to hit.

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What is a hard 16?
A hard 16 is a blackjack hand that contains either no Aces, or if an Ace is present, it counts as one. Some examples of hard 16 are: 10-6. 7-9.
2024-01-18 22:02:46


Why should i hit on 16 in blackjack?
If you hit the 16, you will win 25.23 percent of the time, bust out 69.31 percent of the time and push 5.46 percent of the time for a net loss of 44.08 percent of the time. By standing on the “hard 16” you will win 29.01 percent of the time and lose 70.99 percent of the time for a loss of 41.98 percent of the time.
2024-01-03 16:01:36


Should i hit a 16 against a 10?
If the dealer's card is a 10-value-card, you still need a strong hand. It is best to hit when holding a hand of 10 or 12-16, and stand on anything 17 and over.
2023-10-25 14:21:58


Should i hit on 16 bj?
It is best to hit when holding a hand of 10 or 12-16, and stand on anything 17 and over. An ace gives you a good chance of making 21 with a hit. When a dealer has a seven, eight or nine card it is impossible for them to make a blackjack, so your chances increase.
2023-06-09 13:51:19

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