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Simple Pai Gow Strategy
Introduction
Play the first rule that applies.
One Way Only
When you encounter a move that clearly stands out as the best choice, which occurs roughly 38% of the time, go ahead and make that move. This situation arises when that single option outperforms the other two in both high and low scenarios.
Pairs
Split pairs as follows:- Gee Joon — Split only with 6-4, 6-5, 6-6.
- For 2's or 12's pairs, choose to split only if you can achieve 9-11 or make a stronger 6-8.
- Pair of 5\"s — Split to make 7/7.
- Pair of 6\"s — Split to make 7/8 or better.
- Pair of 7\"s — Split to make 7/7 or better.
- When you have a pair of 8's, consider splitting to form 8/8 or better, including scenarios of 9-11.
- Pair of 9\"s — Split to make 9/9 or better.
- Pair of 4\"s, 10\"s, 11\"s — Never split.
Wong, Gong, and High-9
- If you possess both high-2 and low-2 tiles, opt to play with the strongest high hand.
- Play the best low hand if it totals 6 or 7 points and includes either a low-2 or high-8 tile.
- Instead of opting for High Nine, play Wong or Gong, especially if your fourth tile is a 4 or 5.
- Prioritize playing High Nine, followed by Gong and then Wong, arranged by preference.
All Others
- When a low hand offers 5, 6, or 7 points, make that your play of choice.
- If your best high hand is worth 5 points or less, favor the best low hand instead.
- Play the best low hand if your highest hand is valued at 6 points, provided its high tile is ranked lower than high-6.
- Always select the best high hand when dealing with all other combinations.
House Edge
House edge banking = 0.0694%.
House edge not banking = 1.8828%.
Combined average = 0.9761%.
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Acknowledgement
This strategy was created by \"JB.\"