Can you give me an example of a hand where doubling is recommended?

[Mike_25]

An example of doubling down by dealer bust odds:

Ace-8 vs. dealer 5-6:

• Fewer decks: Double down. Higher bust odds mean doubling likely wins more with strong hand if dealer busts or you get blackjack/20. Worth the risk.
• More decks: Just hit. Lower bust odds mean less chance of winning double the bet. Hit to try to get even stronger hand instead of doubling the risk.

Whether to double down, hit, or take other action depends on dealer bust odds, not just hands. Double more with fewer decks and higher bust odds. With more decks and lower bust odds, double less or not at all. Strong vs. weak hands matter too, but adjust by how much dealer may bust by decks. The specific hands the adjustment applies to vary, but the pattern's the same - adapt doubling to conditions.

 

[swift]

Although note that it's important to note that doubling down should be done with caution and only when the situation is favorable. It is a high-risk, high-reward move, and if you are not familiar with the game or the specific strategy, it's best to avoid it.

 

[swift]

Let's say you are playing a game of blackjack and have been dealt a total of 11 with your initial two cards (e.g., 6 and 5). In this scenario, the dealer has a higher chance of busting, and therefore you may want to consider doubling down more aggressively.

 

[Lazza]

If you decide to double down with a total of 11, you stand a good chance of drawing a 10-value card (Jack, Queen, or King), giving you the best possible hand in blackjack: 21.