The composition-dependent strategy is as follows:
For example, if your 16 is comprised of three (or more) cards, say 5 plus 6 plus 5, it is played differently than if it is comprised of, say, a 10 plus 6. The following generic basic playing strategy summarizes how to play your hard 16 without regard to the actual cards that comprise your hand. Which strategy you invoke depends on what the dealer’s upcard is and the rules of the game. There are three viable options: hit, stand, or surrender.
In this article you will learn how to play a hard 16 when you play blackjack.Ī hard 16 is a blackjack hand that contains either no Aces, or if an Ace is present, it counts as one.
