What 3-bet size should you use?Įxplanation: Generally, you want to use a 3x 3-bet size from in-position. Question #3. You are playing in a $1/$2 cash game, CO ($200 effective) raises to $15 and you are on the BTN with KK. Hands like ATs and KQs become powerful enough to 3-bet for value because you will get to play against a calling station from in-position with a large range advantage. Should you use a linear or polarized range?Įxplanation: When your opponent is going to call too often, especially from out-of-position, this is a great time to 3-bet a linear range. Question #2. The LJ, a massive calling station, opens to 2.5x and you are in the CO. So, use the top of your range as a 3-bet/call (or 5-bet) to the 4-bet, and use bluffs that don’t mind 3-bet/folding. Should you use a linear or polarized 3-betting range?Įxplanation: Against this type of player, you really don’t want to 3-bet and get 4-bet when you’re holding hands that want to see a flop. Question #1. You are playing against a player who almost always 4-bets or folds against a 3-bet and rarely calls. Here are the questions, answers, and explanations from our 3-Betting Concepts Quiz.