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Understanding Poker Bets: ElMarques' Guide to Better Decision-Making
ElMarques explains the objectives that should be considered when placing a bet in poker. He identifies two main objectives for poker bets: value and bluff.
In the context of bluffing, ElMarques discusses the concept of fold equity. He explains how to estimate fold equity to determine when a bluff makes sense.
ElMarques emphasizes the importance of considering the possibility of receiving a raise when selecting hands and bet sizes in river situations. He also introduces the concept of protection or denial of equity bets as a separate category.
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