The concept of "handicap" has now acquired a special meaning. It is often used in everyday life, but many people do not know its meaning. It is applicable to sports matches, competitions, casino games, bookmaker bets and others.
Instructions
Step 1
Handicap is the initial advantage that one side of the competition gives to the other in order to balance the chances of winning if strength and opportunity are not equal. The form of giving the handicap is directly dependent on the nature of the competition.
Step 2
Types of handicap provision:
1. Facilitating conditions for a weaker player.
2. Complication of conditions for a stronger player.
Step 3
Facilitating conditions for a weaker or disadvantaged participant. This type of handicap is practiced in games such as checkers and chess. It is most common at various levels of players. The weak player is given a chance to win, while the strong player has the opportunity to prove themselves through the use of original methods. The bet of a strong player is made on overcoming the advantage given to the weak one due to the handicap. In practice, such a game is only applicable informally. Several options for a handicap can be used: the removal of several pieces or checkers from a strong opponent, in time (a player with a clear advantage has less time to think about a move than another).
Step 4
Complicating conditions for a stronger, more advantageous player. In changing the initial conditions of the competition for the stronger side. For example, adding extra weight to a strong equestrian player. Handicap can also be used in natural units (hours, meters, seconds and others). In this case, at the initial stage, this type does not give any significant advantage to a weak player, but it is much more difficult for a stronger one to win.
Step 5
The handicap system is actively used in logic games, where the outcome of an event depends on the skill and experience of the players. In this case, the weak player gains confidence and hope for positive development in his direction, and the strong, in turn, develops his skills.
Step 6
The concept of "handicap" is very widespread in casinos and bookmakers. The classical definition is unacceptable. In this area, a handicap is a bet on the difference. In this case, this concept takes on a different form, namely "handical". It can be made both for the advantage and for the lag. The bet is expressed in points, goals, seconds and other units. The handicap is expressed in the advantage of one team over another.
Step 7
Thanks to the use of handicap, the competition acquires color and intensity, and also allows you to put a beginner and a more experienced player into a duel.