declarer "goes down") is generally smaller than the overall score in the case where declarer
"makes it" (i.e., honors his commitment).

## Appendix B. A New Ending Discovered By Gib

This deal occurred during a short IMP match between GIB and Bridge Baron.

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With South (GIB) dealing at unfavorable vulnerability, the auction went P–2♠–X–P–3NT–
all pass. (P is pass and X is double.) The opening lead was the ♠K, ducked by GIB, and Bridge Baron now switched to a small heart. East won the ace and returned to spades, GIB winning.

GIB cashed all the hearts, pitching a small club from its hand.  It then tested the diamonds, learning of the bad break and winning the third diamond in hand. It then led the ♦9 in the following position:

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GIB picked up 12 IMPs.