easy · Poker Theory Preflop
Hero shoves the river for 40 bb (pot-sized bet). At equilibrium, Hero must mix a certain hand between betting and checking. According to the indifference principle, what is the bettor trying to achieve with their bluffing frequency?
- Make the opponent indifferent between betting and checking (under this line)
- Make the opponent's bluff-catchers indifferent between calling and folding
- Ensure Hero wins the pot 33.3% of the time when called
- Maximize the EV of Hero's specific hand
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