What is -EV in blackjack?

[Mike_25]

What constitutes -EV in blackjack and how can you avoid it? In the casino, every play must have either 0 expected value (EV) or +EV to give the player an advantage. -EV means you will lose money in the long run. Errors like poor counting, bad decisions on splits and doubles, failing to understand basic strategy and even just playing with poor decks will give the casino their negative edge. As a pro player, mastering the mechanics is key to avoiding -EV and putting the odds in your favor.

 

[swift]

I think EV (negative expected value) in blackjack refers to a situation where a player's expected outcome is negative or results in a loss over the long term. This can occur when a player makes a decision that statistically does not have a positive expected return, such as hitting on a hard 17 against a dealer's 9 or 10.

 

[Lazza]

Casinos use expected value to make sure that their bets on players generally result in a profit. For instance, a player will probably lose money over time if they continuously choose options with a negative expected value.

 

[swift]

Casinos use expected value to make sure that their bets on players generally result in a profit. For instance, a player will probably lose money over time if they continuously choose options with a negative expected value.

I think casinos use expected value to ensure profitability. Expected value is a statistical calculation that represents the average outcome of a particular event. In the context of casino gambling, the expected value can be used to determine the odds of winning or losing on a particular bet or game over time.