What Are Pot Odds?
Pot odds tell you the minimum chance you need to win to make calling profitable. It's just simple division.
The Formula (Don't Panic, It's Easy)
Pot Odds = Bet ÷ (Pot + Bet)
Example: $25 bet into $100 pot
$25 ÷ ($100 + $25) = $25 ÷ $125 = 20%
If you have at least a 20% chance to win, calling makes money long-term.
Why Does This Work?
Imagine this exact situation happens 100 times:
• You call $25 each time = $2,500 invested
• You win 20 times at $125 each = $2,500 back
• You break even at exactly 20%
If you win more than 20% of the time, you make money. Less than 20%, you lose money.
Quick Mental Math Trick
Half pot bet = need ~33% to win
Full pot bet = need 50% to win
Quarter pot bet = need 20% to win
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