Poker is a game that involves betting. Although it is often described as a game of chance, there are elements of skill and psychology at work, especially when bluffing is involved.

A poker hand consists of five cards. The value of each card is in inverse proportion to its mathematical frequency – the more unusual the combination, the higher the rank. Players may bet that they have a good or bad hand, and other players must call the bet, fold, or concede.

Players place their chips into a pot, called the pot, which is in the middle of the table. In most poker games, each player must ante a certain amount (the exact amount varies by game, in ours it is typically a nickel) to be dealt cards. Once everyone has a hand, the player who placed the highest bet wins the pot.

To be a successful player, you must take risks in order to win big. However, pursuing safety will limit your opportunities to win, because opponents can easily exploit you by calling your bluffs.

In poker, as in life, there are times when a modest risk will yield a massive reward. So, if you want to be a champion, learn the rules of poker and get ready to roll! This eBook will help you memorize the key formulas, internalize them, and build your intuition to make better decisions at the poker table. Download your copy today!