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In a slot machine, the symbols that are displayed on the reels determine whether you win or lose. Older slot machines had only poker-type symbols such as diamonds, spades, horseshoes, and liberty bells; modern slots can have anywhere from one to multiple paylines, and some even have wild symbols that can substitute for other symbols to complete a winning line. The amount of money you can win varies by machine and game, and the odds are shown on the pay table.
Some players believe that a slot machine will pay more often at night, but this is simply due to the fact that there are more people playing at that time. In addition, increased hold decreases the average length of slot sessions, so players spending a fixed amount of time on a machine will spend less time on it than those with more money to wager.
Some gambling experts believe that slot machines can be addictive, mainly because they provide instant results and trigger high levels of dopamine in the brain. They advise people to limit the time they spend on them and to seek help if they have a problem.