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Sports betting quiz

Question 1 of 10

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1. Taking a football favourite at -3 with even (+100) odds is a better bet than taking them at -2.5 with -115 odds.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

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Question 2 of 10

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2. Professional bettors are typically satisfied with winning 55% of their point spread bets.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

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Question 3 of 10

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3. If you use an online sportsbook to bet a football team on the moneyline, the team must win the game by more than three or the game will be graded as a tie.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 4 of 10

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Most professional bettors vary the size of their wagers according to how strongly they feel about the game.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 5 of 10

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5. Second-half bets in basketball and football include overtime.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

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Question 6 of 10

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6. It is typically better to place bets on favourites as soon as the odds are released, and to place bets on underdogs right before the game starts.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

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Question 7 of 10

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7. If you began the basketball season with $10,000 and ended the season with $12,000, your ROI (return on investment) would be 20%.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

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Question 8 of 10

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8. Teams' recent play and injuries are the biggest factors to consider when betting on baseball.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

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Question 9 of 10

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9. Buying points is a good way to tilt the point spread odds in your favour.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

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Question 10 of 10

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10. It is a good idea to have accounts at five or more sportsbooks.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation