I have a few questions. First of all, this is my style of play. I have 150k-200k bank (depending on fluctuations). I checked casino Verite and found low ror on 2×500. So this is my top bet. I play mostly very bad games (6D H17 NSURR DAS NRSA with 4 to 4.5 decks cut). I start one hand of table min ($15 or $25) and spread 2×100 @+1, 2×200 @+2, 2×300 @+3, 2×400 at +4, and 2×500 +5 and above.

My question is, this probably isnt optimal. What exactly is considered "optimal"? What is the math or logic behind that. Is there any section in a blackjack book covering this topic (like did I miss it in Blackjack Attack??)

Finally, I switch from 1 hand in negatives to 2 hand in positives. Is it better to play 2 hands all the time? I dont like putting double min bet through all negatives even at cost of making game go faster.

Also, is there ever a time to play 3 hands, like at the very end of the shoe when cut card is about to come out? If I play last round of every DD or shoe with 3 hands instead of 2 hands in positive counts, will my EV increase substantially enough to make it worth my while? I would imagine increasing to 3 hands last round when positive on pitch would be more EV increase? Again, any literature or explanation of this in any book?

Thanks. I'm very noob counter and appreciate expert advice.