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How to read odds

Odds represent the likelihood of an event occurring and are commonly used in gambling, betting, and probability discussions. There are three main formats for odds: fractional odds, decimal odds, and moneyline odds. Here's how to interpret them:

1. Fractional Odds (e.g., 5/1, 3/2):

  • How to read:
    • The first number (numerator) is how much you can win relative to your stake.
    • The second number (denominator) is your stake.
  • Example:
    • 5/1: For every $1 you bet, you win $5 (plus your original stake back, for a total of $6).
    • 3/2: For every $2 you bet, you win $3.
  • Calculation of implied probability: this is picture

2. Decimal Odds (e.g., 6.00, 2.50):

  • How to read:

    • The number represents the total return (including your stake) for every $1 bet.

  • Example:

    • 6.00: A $1 bet returns $6 (profit = $5).
    • 2.50: A $1 bet returns $2.50 (profit = $1.50).

  • Calculation of implied probability:

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3. Moneyline Odds (e.g., +200, -150):

  • Positive odds (+): Represent how much profit you'd make on a $100 bet.
  • Negative odds (-): Represent how much you need to bet to win $100.
  • Examples:
    • +200: A $100 bet returns $200 in profit (total payout = $300).
    • -150: You need to bet $150 to win $100 (total payout = $250).
  • Calculation of implied probability: this is picture

Comparison Table

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| Odds Format | Example | Implied Probability | Profit on $10 Stake | Total Payout on $10 Stake | |--------------|---------------|---------------------|---------------------|---------------------------| | Fractional | 5/1 | 16.7% | $50 | $60 | | Decimal | 6.00 | 16.7% | $50 | $60 | | Moneyline | +500 | 16.7% | $50 | $60 |

If you're betting or analyzing probabilities, understanding these formats ensures you're making informed decisions. Let me know if you'd like more help with examples or calculations!

Sport Betting Glossary
Dime
 In sports betting slang, a "Dime" refers to a $1,000 wager.
Gamble
 refers to placing a wager or bet on the uncertain outcome of a sporting event, with the hope of receiving a potential financial return, while also accepting the risk of loss.
over/under
 also known as a totals bet, is a wager on whether the combined total score of both teams in a game will be higher (over) or lower (under) than a predetermined number set by the sportsbook.
European Handicap
 A form of sports betting that aims to level the playing field by giving the underdog an advantage or the favorite a disadvantage in points, resulting in more balanced odds.
Decimal
 In sports betting, decimal odds are a type of odds format commonly used in Europe and Australia. Decimal odds represent the potential return for a bettor, including the original stake. For example, if the decimal odds are 2.50, a bettor who wagers
Bookmaker/bookie
 A bookmaker, often shortened to "bookie," is a person or organization that accepts and pays off bets on sporting and other events at agreed-upon odds.
Dog
 a "dog" typically refers to a team or player that is expected to perform poorly, lose, or has little chance of winning the game.
Novelty betting
 It is a form of wagering that involves betting on non-traditional sporting events or entertainment occurrences, such as political elections or television show outcomes, offering a more diverse range of betting options for gambling enthusiasts.
Draw
 In a game or competition, a "draw" means that both sides have an equal score or outcome, resulting in neither side winning or losing, which is equivalent to a "tie."
Juice
 In sports betting, "juice" refers to the commission or vigorish that the bookmaker charges on bets, adjusting the odds to ensure a profit for the bookmaker regardless of the outcome of the event.
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