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Can I Remove a Don't Pass Bet?

Frank,

If I understand the Don't Pass bet correctly, it means that I could drop some change down on the Don't Pass line, and if the thrower does not roll a 7 or 11, I could remove my chips until he either makes his point, or losses it. Is that correct?

Bud E.

Dear Bud E.:

Yes. The don't pass line gives the house the edge on the first placement of the bet - when you have eight chances to lose (the 7 and 11) and only three chances to win (the 2 and 3). Once the bet is up on a point number then the edge shifts dramatically in your favor. That's why the casinos will let you take the bet down.

So my advice is to never take a don't pass (or don't come) bet down once it is on a number because you are giving away a very good situation for yourself.

All the best in and out of the casinos.

Frank Scoblete

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