Pot Odds
The ratio of the current pot size to the cost of a call. Pot odds are used to determine whether a call is mathematically profitable. If the pot offers 3:1 odds, you need to win at least 25% of the time to break even. Comparing pot odds to your equity (chance of winning) is fundamental to making correct decisions.
Example
Your opponent bets $20 into a $40 pot. You need to call $20 to win $60, giving you 3:1 pot odds. Your flush draw has about a 4:1 chance of hitting, so the call is slightly unprofitable on its own.
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