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Rummy is a generic term for card games of the same family as gin rummy. A standard deck of 52 cards is used.
Popularity
Rummy is a very popular game and has many variations such as contract rummy and gin rummy (the most popular). It can be played with just two players which makes it very accessible.
Location
As all that is needed is a flat surface and a pack of standard playing cards (no special cards ot equipment are needed), the game can be played practically anywhere.
Age
Juniors and adults alike can enjoy the game of rummy.
Ability
All that is needed is the ability to grasp the rules of the game which are quite simple, and to know the difference between the variations of the game.
Description
There are many variations of the card game Rummy. They all share a common set of features found in the basic game which involves a standard deck of 52 cards in which cards are ranked from king (high) down to ace (low). The idea is to create a sequence of three or more cards in the same suit (i.e. 9,10,J of clubs) or to make three or more of a kind (i.e. three 2s or three jacks, etc.)
Dedication
Watching which cards are discarded is important to knowing what kind of hand your opponent(s) may have. This is a key factor in determining which cards you might want to keep and which cards you might want to discard. This means there is a certain amount of strategy involved in the game which can be quite complex to learn. Strategy can only be learnt by playing the game in an attempt to become more expert.
Closely
Related Activities
contract rummy, gin rummy
Cost
The price of a pack of standard playing cards
Level of Demand
The table below shows the maximum levels of demand that this activity requires. NOTE: These are not entry levels or levels of requirement and has nothing to do with ability.
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