Blackjack table

Hard 18 is strong against a dealer 4, so standing lets the dealer take the risk of busting.

Stand on hard 13 against the dealer’s 4; the dealer is more likely to bust, so hitting adds unnecessary risk.

A hard 5 is too low to stand or double; hit to improve the hand against the dealer’s 3.

With a hard 12 against a dealer 3, basic strategy is to hit; the dealer’s upcard is not weak enough to stand.

Hard 15 against a dealer 3 is a stand; the dealer has a relatively high chance of busting, while hitting risks busting this hand.

A hard 12 against the dealer’s 10 is a hit by basic strategy; standing is too likely to lose against the dealer’s strong upcard.

Hard 15 against a dealer 10 is unfavorable; with surrender unavailable, hitting has better expected value than standing.

Hard 17 should stand against the dealer’s 8; hitting risks busting, and doubling is not appropriate on this total.

Hard 12 should hit against a dealer 3; standing is more likely to lose against the dealer’s stronger outcomes.

An 11 is a strong doubling hand, especially against the dealer’s 6, which is likely to bust.

Stand on 19; hitting risks busting, and the dealer’s 4 is a weak upcard.

A hard 20 is a strong hand; splitting tens gives up its excellent chance to beat the dealer's ten.

A hard 20 is a very strong hand, and standing avoids risking a bust. The dealer’s 6 is a weak upcard, so let the dealer play out.

Hard 15 should stand against the dealer’s 5, since the dealer has a strong chance to bust and hitting risks busting my hand.

A total of 20 is an excellent hand; standing maximizes the chance of winning against the dealer's king.

Hard 14 against a dealer 3 is a stand under basic strategy; the dealer has a meaningful chance to bust, so hitting risks worsening a hand with no need.

With 11 against a dealer 3, doubling is the strongest play: a single card has a good chance to make a strong total while the dealer is in a relatively weak position.

A hard 19 is already a strong hand against the dealer’s 3; hitting or doubling risks busting or needlessly increasing exposure.

Hard 16 against a dealer ten is unfavorable, but with surrender unavailable, basic strategy calls for hitting.

Hard 15 against a dealer 9 is too weak to stand on; basic strategy calls for a hit. Doubling is not recommended here.

A hard 10 against a dealer 5 is a strong doubling situation; doubling maximizes expected value against the dealer’s high bust risk.

With 12 against the dealer’s king, basic strategy calls for a hit; standing is too likely to lose to the dealer’s strong upcard, and doubling is unfavorable.

A hard 17 against a dealer king is best played by standing; hitting has a high bust risk.