Reader disagreement can expose an unstated assumption or a missed detail in a hand. This archived follow-up returns to a two-card royal quiz, showing why a precise description of the game and cards is essential to a useful strategy debate.
The wider question
A useful hand comparison starts with the exact variant and its complete payout schedule. A familiar game name is not enough to identify every rule. When reading a historical strategy discussion, keep its assumptions attached to the example; a different schedule or extra feature may call for a different comparison.
This is an original editorial reading note on the topic of a Jerry Stickman column, not a reproduction of the full article. The date above belongs to the original publication. Read the linked column for the author’s complete account and conclusions.
Reader Disagreement with Video Poker Strategy Quiz: Two-card Royal Flush
Jerry Stickman · Sep 30, 2023
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