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Myth or Fact? Tap to Reveal
I must be close to winning; my last several hands were duds.
A
Myth. The fact is a win is never due. Every outcome of gambling is random.
A
A break won’t make a difference. I’m going to keep going.
2
Myth. The fact is, taking frequent breaks while gambling will help you make better decisions.
2
Slot machines are hot and cold.
3
Myth. You may feel like you’re on a winning streak, but really those outcomes are just a coincidence and have nothing to do with each other.
3
A near win is a sign that my machine is about to pay out.
4
Myth. The fact is there is no such thing as a near win; you either win or you lose, period.
4
I’ve developed a system of play that guarantees I will win.
5
Myth. The fact is, no gambling system can beat the house over the long term.
5
Setting a budget won’t help manage my spending.
6
Myth. Setting a budget and deciding how much time you’ll play are good strategies to help you stick to your limit.
6
I’m on a roll, my lucky streak continues!
7
Myth. The fact is there is no such thing as being on a roll. A few wins doesn’t mean you’ll continue to win.
7
If I play twice as long, it will double my odds.
8
Myth. The fact is frequent play will not result in winning more
often (relative to losses).
often (relative to losses).
8
