Expectancy is a distribution

The idea

In a simplified model, expectancy equals win probability × average win minus loss probability × average loss. Include costs in real evaluation.

Try the scenario

Win rate 40%; average win 2R; average loss 1R.

Check your understanding

What is expectancy before costs?

• −0.2R
• 0R
• +0.2R

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