#6 East West Vulnerable

East     South  West    North
3♥          Pass     4♥         DBL
Pass      ?
 
North
♠ 10 9 8
♥ 3 2
♦ 10 8 7 6 5
♣ 10 8 4
 
Let’s talk about what North’s double means.  A double in this position would be takeout if the contract was at 4♦ or below.  A double in this position would be penalties if the contract was at 4♠ or higher.  This double is called a cooperative double which means “Partner, do the right thing!”  It shows approximately 15+ points with a balanced shape, willing to defend but can support any suit partner might bid.

As South, when partner makes a cooperative double, look at your shape. With a balanced and weak hand take your changes and pass!  With a five – card suit or longer and values, bid!  This hand, South would want to pass and hope they “did the right thing!”

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