The Top Set dilemma

[jai]

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However, aren’t you using “fresh money” considerations rather than “pot equity” to decide whose advantage it is to bet? Whatever you call it, you have provided an interesting, thought provoking example. And I follow and agree with your reasoning for the situation.

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Ah, I see where we may be getting hung up..."fresh money equity"is equal to "pot equity" (at least the percentage, not the absolute amount). Thus, when your equity share (your chances of winning the pot by the end) is greater than your fair share (1/# of people putting money in pot), then you are making money by putting in additional bets. You are right in that that is not the only reason to consider raising, but it is often the most important consideration.

I'll respond to your other points in bit when i have more time.