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Detail specifications 41JA - Level 2 ★
Responses to NT overcalls
Responses to a 1NT overcall.
The responses are the same as those to a 1NT opening bid. The overcaller is well placed after the opener.
bid 3NT with 8HCP or more
use Stayman and Texas as if you were responding to a 1NT opening.
The responses are the same as those to a 1NT opening bid. The overcaller is well placed after the opener.
bid 3NT with 8HCP or more
use Stayman and Texas as if you were responding to a 1NT opening.
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Problem E5166 : 2 clubs If the 3rd seat player doesn't bid, the responses are the same as those to a 1NT opening.
Responses to a 1NT overcall after a bid by the third seat player.
If he has bid:
If he has bid:
- your double will be the equivalent to a Stayman, looking for a major fit;
- your other bids will be natural.
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Problem E1759 Double. This will be dual purpose: to inform your Partner of your side's strength, which has the majority, and also to find a possible ♠ fit. Really minimal strength here!
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Problem E1754 2 spades A natural bid with 5 cards in that suit after the responder's 2 heart bid. If your Partner has 3 ♠ he can disturb the opponents' bidding.
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