I always see different formats for odds—decimal, fractional, American—but I don’t fully understand how they’re calculated or what they represent in terms of probability and potential returns. Can someone explain the logic behind calculating odds and how to compare value between formats?
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When you look at odds, they’re essentially a way to express implied probability. For example, decimal odds of 2.00 equal a 50% chance, while fractional odds like 1/1 represent the same. American odds work differently by showing how much profit you’d make on a $100 stake (+150 means $150 profit). To understand returns clearly, tools like Pay Calculator can help break down percentages and conversions across formats so you can compare value more accurately.