Bridge Puzzle #16

intermediate single suit technique

North (Dummy)

AJxx

South (You)

K9xx

You can afford one loser in this suit. What is the safety play for 3 tricks?

You hold AJxx opposite K9xx. What's the safety play for 3 tricks?

A Lead small and finesse the Jack immediately

B Cash the Ace, then lead low toward K9, finessing the 9 if East plays low

C Cash A and K from the top

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