Blackjack Bluebook Chapter 2 Summary

  1. The mathematical innards of blackjack are much more complex than most other casino games.
  2. The player and dealer each abide by their own sets of rules and restrictions.
  3. The house gains its sole edge in blackjack by forcing the player to act first.
  4. Every other rule difference facors the player.
  5. Using his strategy options, the player can improve or worsen his chances to win, making blackjack a game of skill.
  6. If the player can just play all his hands correctlym he can nearly eliminate the house edge altogether.