What are the predetermined rules that govern the drawing of a third card in Baccarat?

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The drawing of a third card in baccarat is regulated by predetermined rules. No third card is dealt if the Player or Banker hand originally has a total of 8 or 9, known as a "natural." The player doesn't take a third card if their total is 6 or 7. Though they receive a third card if the player's total is 0–5, otherwise. The Banker then plays according to a similar set of principles, considering both their combined worth as well as the value of the Player's third card. Depending on the particular baccarat game being played, different third card rules apply.

 

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In baccarat, the predetermined rules for the drawing of a third card vary depending on the total value of the player's hand and the specific rules of the game being played. Here are the general rules that govern the drawing of a third card for both the player and the banker in most versions of baccarat:

Player's Third Card Rules:
1. Natural 8 or 9: If the player's initial two-card hand has a total value of 8 or 9 (a "natural"), no additional cards are drawn, and the hand stands.
2. Total of 6 or 7: If the player's initial two-card hand has a total value of 6 or 7, no additional card is drawn, and the hand stands.
3. Total of 0 to 5: If the player's initial two-card hand has a total value of 0 to 5, a third card is drawn.

Banker's Third Card Rules:
The rules for the banker's third card are more complex and depend on the value of the player's third card (if drawn) as well as the total value of the banker's initial two-card hand. The following rules generally apply:

1. Natural 8 or 9: If the banker's initial two-card hand has a total value of 8 or 9 (a "natural"), no additional card is drawn, and the hand stands.
2. Total of 0 to 2: If the banker's initial two-card hand has a total value of 0 to 2, a third card is drawn regardless of the player's third card.
3. Total of 3: The banker draws a third card unless the player's third card is an 8.
4. Total of 4: The banker draws a third card if the player's third card is 2 to 7.
5. Total of 5: The banker draws a third card if the player's third card is 4 to 7.
6. Total of 6: The banker draws a third card if the player's third card is 6 or 7.
7. Total of 7: The banker stands, and no additional card is drawn.

It's important to note that these rules are general guidelines and may vary slightly depending on the specific variation of baccarat being played. Additionally, different casinos may have their own house rules that could deviate from these standard rules. Therefore, it's always a good idea to refer to the specific rules of the game you are playing to ensure accuracy.