Blackjack Counting Casino Countermeasures and Camouflage 2

Question 1

Which of the following is a common camouflage technique used by card counters?

Accepted Answer

Occasionally making a 'wrong' play to appear recreational

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Using a different counting system each hand

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Sitting at the first base position always

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Betting the same amount every hand

Question 2

Why is 'rat-holing' chips considered a camouflage technique?

Accepted Answer

It hides accumulated winnings to appear even or losing

Answer

It speeds up chip counting

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It confuses other players at the table

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It prevents casino staff from counting your chips

Question 3

What is 'table hopping' as a card counter strategy?

Accepted Answer

Moving between tables to enter shoes at high positive counts

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Playing at a different table each casino visit

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Alternating between blackjack and other games

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Sitting out negative-count hands without leaving

Question 4

Why do many card counters avoid using player's club cards?

Accepted Answer

It creates a casino record linking their play to a tracked identity

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Comps reduce hourly EV

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Player cards reduce allowed bet sizes

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Casino cameras track card use

Question 5

The 'big player/spotter' team strategy works by:

Accepted Answer

Spotters count at minimum bet, signaling a big bettor to join at high counts

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Multiple players each track a single suit

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One player flat bets while others manage the count

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Spotters distract dealers while big player acts

Question 6

Under US law, card counting is:

Accepted Answer

Legal, as it uses only mental skill

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Illegal under federal gambling statutes

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Legal only in Nevada and New Jersey

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A misdemeanor in states without gaming commissions