When holding a total of 12 against a dealer's 3, the correct play is to stand. This strategy is based on the dealer's potential to bust, as they must hit until reaching at least 17, and a 3 as their face-up card suggests they have a weaker starting hand. By standing, you preserve your total and take advantage of the dealer's challenging position, maximizing your chances of winning in this scenario.
What's the correct play when holding 12 against dealer's 3?
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Standing with a total of 12 against a dealer's 3 is a conservative but strategic play in blackjack. The goal is to avoid busting while the dealer attempts to improve their own hand. By standing, you rely on the dealer to potentially bust when hitting their hand, especially given the weak starting card of 3. This play is based on basic blackjack strategy, which aims to maximize your odds of winning in the long run. While some players might feel uneasy not taking action with a low hand, standing in this situation is statistically the most advantageous move.
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