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Departures from sensible play in computer blackjack.

A W Chau1, J G Phillips, K L Von Baggo

  • 1Department of Psychology, The University of Hong Kong. awlchau@hkucc.hku.hk

The Journal of General Psychology
|January 11, 2000
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Gamblers often deviate from rational blackjack strategies, even with advice. This irrational play stems from perceived strategy ineffectiveness, not ignorance or fatigue, especially when personalized approaches offer more optimism.

Area of Science:

  • Behavioral Economics
  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Game Theory

Background:

  • Gambling behavior is often perceived as irrational.
  • Blackjack offers rational strategies like Basic strategy and card counting.
  • Deviations from rational play, such as "Never Bust" strategies, are commonly observed.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate whether departures from rational blackjack play are due to ignorance or fatigue.
  • To examine player adherence to rational strategies when provided with on-line advice.
  • To understand the factors influencing the adoption and abandonment of blackjack strategies.

Main Methods:

  • University students played a simplified computer blackjack game.
  • Participants received on-line advice on Basic strategy.

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  • Player decisions and strategy adherence were monitored.

    • Main Results:

    • On-line Basic strategy advice initially influenced player decisions but was eventually disregarded.
    • Irrational play was not attributed to ignorance or fatigue.
    • Players adopted higher-risk strategies over the recommended rational approach.

    Conclusions:

    • Departures from rational blackjack play are not solely due to lack of knowledge or tiredness.
    • Perceived ineffectiveness of strategies during fluctuating odds may lead to abandonment.
    • Personalized strategies foster greater player optimism and adherence compared to generic rational strategies.