Compare And Contrast Recreationalal Gambling Vs. Recreational Gambling

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The gambling activities themselves are clearly motivated by economic goals as opposed to recreational gambling, and the social scene reflects this as well. Two characters went on to the casino floor with the goal to win mass amounts of money whether it was to pay for a fake child, or to get out of debt. While only one of the two attempts proved to be lucrative, the gambling aspect shows both of the characters winning more than $100000 each. The apparent luck of both characters drew an audience to their respective tables. Bernie started with $3000 and no one was at the table when he placed his first bet. He ended up winning $2.4 million after placing an $80000 on something with 30:1 odds (a bet that made one man ask “Is this guy crazy?!). This outrageous luck by an unlucky person draws a comparison to the movie “Let it Ride”.

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