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
♠
5 3 2
♥
Q J 6
♦
A 7 4
♣
A K 10 7
HCP: 14
Shape: 3-3-3-4
Balanced: yes
South's bid: 1♠
Recommended call: 1♣ Different
Why
13-19 HCP, no 5c major,diamonds less than 4
Auction so far
| N | E | S | W |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | — | 1♠ | Pass |
North
♠
Q J 10 4
♥
A K 8 7 5
♦
Q 3
♣
4 2
HCP: 12
Shape: 4-5-2-2
Balanced: no