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Strategy

Take note of your opponents' visible cards in order to see if you are losing a hand

If the cards you need to help improve your hand are visible in your Opponents hands, assume they are unattainable

There are 13 cards in a suit. You need five of them to make a flush, if the cards you need happen to be in your opponents' hand you have no chance of them being dealt to you, however, if you can't see them, it means that it is still possible to pick up those cards

It is recommended that you fold if another player's exposed cards are very strong

It is recommended that you fold if another player's exposed cards beat your entire hand

If you are trying to complete a Straight, first check to see if any other player displays the cards you need. You can then alter your strategy accordingly

Fold when needed. 5 Card Stud poker is a game of patience and it's not worth betting all your money on losing hands.
With 5 Card Stud, patience can be the most valuable virtue!