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Rules, controls and help for Gin Deadwood Practice
A clear plan starts with the current position. Find the minimum value of unmatched cards after choosing non-overlapping Gin melds. Take the next action only when the current step is clear. A clear plan starts with the current position. Start a 10-question session. Read the visible rule label and wild rank, if shown. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
500 stored and rule-checked questions; ten questions per session. Questions can repeat across sessions. Practice is solo, with no rating, cash reward or account.
One thing to notice as you play
Work at your own pace. Aces are low and worth 1; faces count 10; other cards count their face value. Use another round to revisit a decision.
What you need to achieve
Find the minimum value of unmatched cards after choosing non-overlapping Gin melds. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. Use the rule sheet as a reference.
Work through the instructions
- Start a 10-question session. Read the visible rule label and wild rank, if shown.
- Aces are low and worth 1; faces count 10; other cards count their face value.
- Study the complete hand before answering. Enter a whole-number point value.
- Read the explanation after submitting. Each question accepts one submitted answer.
- Continue to the tenth question for a session score; start another session for a new selection.
Input guidance
Tap the answer buttons or selected card; the deadwood exercise uses a numeric input. Next question appears after an answer. Check the relevant controls before continuing. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule.
Follow the example
Example hand: 8♣ 9♣ 10♣ 8♠ K♥ A♣ K♦ 6♥ 5♦ 8♦. The minimum is 48 points. Unmatched cards: 8♠, K♥, A♣, K♦, 6♥, 5♦, 8♦. Aces count 1, face cards 10; a card may belong to only one meld. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Pay attention to this rule
Use the rule sheet as a reference. One card cannot be part of a run and a set at the same time. Use another round to revisit a decision.
If you are unsure
What is the aim?
Find the minimum value of unmatched cards after choosing non-overlapping Gin melds. A clear plan starts with the current position. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
How do I use the controls?
Tap the answer buttons or selected card; the deadwood exercise uses a numeric input. Next question appears after an answer. Look at the complete hand before deciding. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Which format is available?
500 stored and rule-checked questions; ten questions per session. Questions can repeat across sessions. Practice is solo, with no rating, cash reward or account. A clear plan starts with the current position. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
What should I check before a move?
One card cannot be part of a run and a set at the same time. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Can you give an example?
A spare Ace and 7 that fit no meld contribute 8 deadwood points. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
How many questions are available?
This exercise contains 500 stored questions. A session selects ten without repeating within that session. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Can I change a submitted answer?
No. Read the explanation, then continue. Start another session to practise again. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Are the answers checked against the rules?
Aces are low and worth 1; faces count 10; other cards count their face value. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Will I always see new cards?
No. The bank is finite, so another session may include a previously played question. Begin with the objective. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
What does the score measure?
The score is the number of correct answers in this ten-question session. It is not a skill certificate or a prediction of match results. Before making a move, check the cards in view. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
