Blackjack table

Hard 14 against a dealer 7 is a losing stand, and doubling with 14 is too risky, so hitting is the basic-strategy play.

Hard 16 against a dealer 7 is a losing stand, so hitting is the better play despite the bust risk. Chat is off, so no message is sent.

A hard 8 against a dealer 9 is too weak to stand, and doubling on 8 is not profitable here, so hitting gives the best expected return.

A hard 16 against a dealer 9 is a losing stand, since the dealer likely makes 17 to 21. Hitting gives a better chance to improve, and busting costs no more than standing would.

Hard 20 is a strong total that beats most dealer outcomes, and the dealer's 9 upcard gives them a weak chance of making 20 or more, so standing is correct.

Hard 17 against a dealer 7 is a stand; doubling here is not worth the risk with a hand that is already moderately strong against the dealer's likely 17-ish outcome.

A hard 10 against a dealer 10 is a strong doubling spot, since one more card is likely to reach 18-21 and doubling doubles the gain on a favorable expectation.

Hard 11 is the strongest doubling total and the difference from hitting against an ace is small, so doubling for one extra card is a reasonable choice. Chat is off, so no message is sent.

Hard 11 against a dealer 5 is a strong doubling spot, since the dealer is likely to bust and any ten-value card gives a good total. Doubling takes the best expected value here.

A hard 12 against a dealer 4 is a weak hand, but the dealer's bust risk is high and standing on 12 loses most outcomes, so hitting gives the better expected value here. Doubling is not worth the extra risk on a hand this weak.

Hard 19 against a dealer 7 is a clear stand; hitting or doubling risks busting or throwing chips away on a strong hand.

Pair of 8s against a dealer 10 is a standard split under these rules (double after split allowed), and it is better than hitting or standing on a hard 16.

Hard 18 against a dealer 10 is a standing hand, since hitting risks busting on most draws. Doubling is not worth the extra exposure here.

Hard 12 against a dealer 10 is a basic-strategy hit, since standing relies on the dealer busting and doubling needs a stronger total. Taking a card gives the best expected value here.

A hard 17 against a dealer 10 is a stand, since busting on a hit is more likely than improving to a winning total. Chat is off, so no table message.

Hard 15 against a dealer 8 is a hit under basic strategy, since the dealer's likely total is strong and standing on 15 loses more often than busting on one card. Doubling needs a stronger starting total.

A hard 17 is a strong stand against the dealer's 8, which is a weak upcard, and hitting would risk busting on most high cards.

Hard 13 against a dealer king is a losing stand since the dealer likely makes 20, so hitting gives a better chance to improve without busting on a single card.

My hard 14 is weak against the dealer's king, and the bust risk from one card is lower than the risk of standing on 14.

Soft 17 against a dealer 6 is a strong double spot, since the dealer's bust chance is high and the ace gives room to improve without busting. Basic strategy calls for doubling here.

Hard 19 is a strong total against a dealer ace, and any hit or double risks busting or committing extra chips for little gain.

Hard 17 against a dealer 3 is a stand, since the dealer shows a weak upcard and doubling 17 is not profitable.

A hard 8 is too weak to stand or double against a dealer 10, so hitting is the best option.

A hard 18 is a strong stand against a dealer 10, since the dealer's likely total is 17 to 21 and hitting would bust often. Standing keeps the bet at a favorable expectation.