The 5/10 rule

[Skipjack]

I have seen the 5/10 rule referenced in several posts recently, but cant seem to find it described using the search function. Can someone help? Thanks

[Unknown Soldier]

its in regards to calling pre-flop raises with small/medium pocket pairs, you are calling purely for set value. The 5/10 rules says that you should call up to 5% of your stack and certainly no more then 10% (opponent dependent, if he is a LAG donkey then you can call more)

[4_2_it]

From the SSNL FAQ:

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Q: I've heard other posters mentioning the 5/10 rule. What is it?

A: The 5/10 rule is an important no-limit concept that first appeared in Bob Ciaffone's excellent book, "PL & NL Poker." To quote directly from the book:

"When contemplating calling a raise because your position is good, you have a clear call if the raise is less than 5% of your stack, and a clear fold if it is more than 10%. In between those numbers, use your judgement."

It's a good rule for calling a preflop raise with a pocket pair in hopes of hitting a set. The driving force behind the concept is the implied odds in a given situation. If you get your set, but the opponent only has 5BBs after the initial raise, calling to hit the set in the first place is incorrect.

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Here's the Link.

[Skipjack]

Thanks for your help. I saw similar ideas in Phil Gordons green book, it just wasnt called the 5/10 rule.

[4_2_it]

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Phil Gordons green book,

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