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Value Betting: Finding Bets with Positive Expected Value

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What is the primary goal of value betting?

  1. To place bets with the highest odds.

  2. To place bets on the most likely outcomes.

  3. To place bets with a positive expected value.

  4. To place bets on the most popular teams.

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The primary goal of value betting is to identify and place bets that have a positive expected value (EV). This means that, over the long run, the bettor expects to win more money than they lose.

How do you calculate the expected value of a bet?

  1. EV = (Probability of winning * Payout) - (Probability of losing * Stake)

  2. EV = (Probability of winning * Stake) - (Probability of losing * Payout)

  3. EV = (Probability of winning + Probability of losing) * Stake

  4. EV = (Probability of winning * Payout) + (Probability of losing * Stake)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The expected value of a bet is calculated using the following formula: EV = (Probability of winning * Payout) - (Probability of losing * Stake). This formula takes into account the probability of winning and losing, as well as the payout and stake.

What is the difference between implied probability and true probability?

  1. Implied probability is the probability that a bookmaker assigns to an outcome, while true probability is the actual probability of that outcome occurring.

  2. Implied probability is the probability that a bettor assigns to an outcome, while true probability is the actual probability of that outcome occurring.

  3. Implied probability is the probability that a bookmaker assigns to an outcome, while true probability is the probability that a bettor assigns to that outcome.

  4. Implied probability is the actual probability of an outcome occurring, while true probability is the probability that a bookmaker assigns to that outcome.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Implied probability is the probability that a bookmaker assigns to an outcome, while true probability is the actual probability of that outcome occurring. Value bettors look for bets where the implied probability is higher than the true probability, as this indicates that the bet has a positive expected value.

What is a betting line?

  1. A betting line is a set of odds that a bookmaker offers on a particular event.

  2. A betting line is a list of all the possible outcomes of an event.

  3. A betting line is a graph that shows the probability of different outcomes of an event.

  4. A betting line is a table that shows the payouts for different outcomes of an event.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A betting line is a set of odds that a bookmaker offers on a particular event. The betting line includes the odds for each possible outcome of the event, as well as the payout for each outcome.

What is a point spread?

  1. A point spread is the number of points that a team is favored to win by.

  2. A point spread is the number of points that a team is favored to lose by.

  3. A point spread is the number of points that a team is expected to win by.

  4. A point spread is the number of points that a team is expected to lose by.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A point spread is the number of points that a team is favored to win by. The point spread is used to level the playing field between two teams that are not evenly matched. The favored team must win by more than the point spread in order to cover the spread, while the underdog team can cover the spread by winning the game outright or by losing by less than the point spread.

What is a moneyline?

  1. A moneyline is a bet on which team will win a game.

  2. A moneyline is a bet on which team will cover the point spread.

  3. A moneyline is a bet on the total number of points that will be scored in a game.

  4. A moneyline is a bet on the over/under of a game.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A moneyline is a bet on which team will win a game. The moneyline odds are expressed in American odds, which indicate how much money you would win for every $100 you bet.

What is a total?

  1. A total is the total number of points that will be scored in a game.

  2. A total is the total number of yards that will be gained in a game.

  3. A total is the total number of rebounds that will be grabbed in a game.

  4. A total is the total number of assists that will be made in a game.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A total is the total number of points that will be scored in a game. The total is set by the bookmaker and bettors can bet on whether the total will be over or under the number set by the bookmaker.

What is an over/under?

  1. An over/under is a bet on whether the total number of points scored in a game will be over or under a certain number.

  2. An over/under is a bet on whether the total number of yards gained in a game will be over or under a certain number.

  3. An over/under is a bet on whether the total number of rebounds grabbed in a game will be over or under a certain number.

  4. An over/under is a bet on whether the total number of assists made in a game will be over or under a certain number.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

An over/under is a bet on whether the total number of points scored in a game will be over or under a certain number. The over/under is set by the bookmaker and bettors can bet on whether the total will be over or under the number set by the bookmaker.

What is a prop bet?

  1. A prop bet is a bet on a specific event that is not directly related to the outcome of the game.

  2. A prop bet is a bet on the total number of points that will be scored in a game.

  3. A prop bet is a bet on the over/under of a game.

  4. A prop bet is a bet on which team will win a game.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A prop bet is a bet on a specific event that is not directly related to the outcome of the game. Prop bets can be on anything from the number of touchdowns that will be scored in a game to the color of the Gatorade that will be dumped on the winning coach.

What is a parlay bet?

  1. A parlay bet is a bet on two or more events that are combined into a single bet.

  2. A parlay bet is a bet on the total number of points that will be scored in a game.

  3. A parlay bet is a bet on the over/under of a game.

  4. A parlay bet is a bet on which team will win a game.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A parlay bet is a bet on two or more events that are combined into a single bet. If all of the events in the parlay win, the bettor wins the parlay. If any of the events in the parlay lose, the bettor loses the parlay.

What is a teaser bet?

  1. A teaser bet is a parlay bet in which the point spreads or totals are adjusted in favor of the bettor.

  2. A teaser bet is a bet on the total number of points that will be scored in a game.

  3. A teaser bet is a bet on the over/under of a game.

  4. A teaser bet is a bet on which team will win a game.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A teaser bet is a parlay bet in which the point spreads or totals are adjusted in favor of the bettor. This makes it easier for the bettor to win the parlay, but it also reduces the payout.

What is a hedge bet?

  1. A hedge bet is a bet that is placed to reduce the risk of losing a previous bet.

  2. A hedge bet is a bet on the total number of points that will be scored in a game.

  3. A hedge bet is a bet on the over/under of a game.

  4. A hedge bet is a bet on which team will win a game.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A hedge bet is a bet that is placed to reduce the risk of losing a previous bet. For example, if you have bet on a team to win a game, you can place a hedge bet on the other team to win the game. This way, if the team you bet on loses, you will still win the hedge bet and reduce your losses.

What is a surebet?

  1. A surebet is a bet that has a positive expected value no matter what the outcome of the event is.

  2. A surebet is a bet on the total number of points that will be scored in a game.

  3. A surebet is a bet on the over/under of a game.

  4. A surebet is a bet on which team will win a game.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A surebet is a bet that has a positive expected value no matter what the outcome of the event is. This is possible when there is a discrepancy in the odds offered by different bookmakers. For example, if one bookmaker is offering odds of 2.00 on a team to win a game, and another bookmaker is offering odds of 2.10 on the same team to win the game, then there is a surebet opportunity. You can bet $100 on the team to win at 2.00, and $100 on the team to win at 2.10. No matter what the outcome of the game is, you will win money.

What is arbitrage betting?

  1. Arbitrage betting is a strategy of placing bets on both sides of an event to guarantee a profit.

  2. Arbitrage betting is a bet on the total number of points that will be scored in a game.

  3. Arbitrage betting is a bet on the over/under of a game.

  4. Arbitrage betting is a bet on which team will win a game.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Arbitrage betting is a strategy of placing bets on both sides of an event to guarantee a profit. This is possible when there is a discrepancy in the odds offered by different bookmakers. For example, if one bookmaker is offering odds of 2.00 on a team to win a game, and another bookmaker is offering odds of 2.10 on the same team to win the game, then you can place a bet on both teams to win. No matter what the outcome of the game is, you will win money.

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