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Poker is a various number of card games in which opposing players wager over whoever has the best hand of cards (differs depending on the type of poker). The six most popular types of poker include: Texas Hold' Em, Omaha, 7-Card Stud, 5-Card Draw, High/Low Chicago, and Follow the Queen. Texas Hold'em is the most popular among professionals and recreational players.

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What is the object of poker?

The object of poker is to ultimately have the best hand at the end of each round to win the most amount of chips possible. Chips represent various amounts of money. More chips means a richer player.

When I fold, do I lose any money that I have already invested in the pot?

Yes, if one folds from a round, they will be giving away any chips that they have already invested in the pot for the round.

What is the best starting hand in Texas Hold'em?

A pair of aces.

What is the worst starting hand in Texas Hold'em?

2 and 7 of different suits.

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