An automatic suggestion is still a decision made under a particular set of rules. This archived question provides an entry point into auto-hold, where readers should distinguish a convenience feature from a verified strategy for the exact game and pay table in use.
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.
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John Robison · Aug 02, 2023
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