Bidding practice
The most widely-played natural bidding system in North America. 5-card majors, strong 1NT (15-17), strong 2C, weak twos, Stayman, and Jacoby transfers.
North’s turn to bid.
South
♠
A 4
♥
A K 5 3
♦
Q J 8
♣
Q 7 6 2
HCP: 16
Shape: 2-4-3-4
Balanced: yes
South's bid: Pass
Recommended call: 1NT Different
Why
15-17 HCP balanced hand
Auction so far
| N | E | S | W |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | — | Pass | Pass |
North
♠
K J 10 8 3
♥
10 9 4
♦
K 7 2
♣
K J
HCP: 11
Shape: 5-3-3-2
Balanced: yes