How does a Casino’s edge work in Blackjack? It feels like the player and the dealer should have the same odds if they play the same (eg, always hit on soft 17).

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How does a Casino’s edge work in Blackjack? It feels like the player and the dealer should have the same odds if they play the same (eg, always hit on soft 17).

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The house advantage lies in the player having to play first, thus giving the player the chance at busting out before the house can play. Additionally, if the dealer has 21, they win before the player has a chance to play and the best the player can do is push.

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