North is the dealer. No one has bid yet. What is North’s opening call?
North
♠
A K 2
♥
A K 8 3
♦
Q 8 7
♣
8 4 3
HCP: 16
Shape: 3-4-3-3
Balanced: yes
Coaching mode
15-17 HCP, balanced hand
Planning
After a 1NT opening, partner asks if opener has a 4c major.