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Learn Basic Strategy and stick to it. ...

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Always double your bet when your first two cards total 11 and always split pairs of aces and 8's & ...

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Never split 10-value cards or a pair of 5's. ...

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Blackjack flows in streaks. ...

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Be sure to sign up for any rewards program the casino offers.

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Stand when your hand is 12-16 when the dealer has 2-6.

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Hit when your hand is 12-16 when the dealer has 7-Ace.

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Always split Aces and 8s.

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Double 11 versus the dealer's 2-10.

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Hit or double Aces-6.