A decision to add money is different from a decision about which cards to hold. This archived Double Down Stud question focuses on that distinction, where the relevant information includes the cards already visible and the cost of taking the additional betting option.
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 John Robison 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.
Ask the Slot Expert: Should I double this hand in Double Down Stud Video Poker?
John Robison · Mar 08, 2023
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