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Blackjack variationsblackjack variationsUsing different number of decks: all other conditions being the same, as a general rule the fewer the decks, the better for the player. Allowing the dealer to hit a soft 17: a disadvantage to the player. It gives the dealer a chance to improve. Allowing a double down after splitting pairs: can be advantageous to the player if used wisely. Allowing re-splitting of Aces: a clear advantage to the player. No dealer hole card: common on cruise ships, this variation is a disadvantage to the player. The dealer does not deal himself a second card until the players have played and they can lose the doubles and splits. Las Vegas and Atlantic City variants Las Vegas blackjack: Las Vegas games are played with two decks and the House must hit on hands less than soft 17 (17 involving an Ace) and must stand on hands of 17 or greater. Atlantic City blackjack: Atlantic City games are played with four decks and the House must hit on 16 and stand all 17's. |
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