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Old 09-12-2005, 08:07 PM
Matt R. Matt R. is offline
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Default Re: Hypothetical question that will blow your mind.

Sklansky's 'theorem' is dealing with probabilities -- if your opponent can see your cards and makes the correct decision based on the probability certain cards will come out, he has a positive expectation so he will win money on average, and vice versa if he plays it incorrectly. However, once YOU know the ENTIRE BOARD with 100% certainty before the flop is even dealt, you completely eliminate your need to rely on probabilities. Sklansky's theorem clearly would not apply if you choose to see the final board. A modified version sure, but definitely not the one from theory of poker.
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