On hands where you have the strength but need partner's assistance in picking from among the unbid suits, you should make a takeout double . A minimum of 9 to 10 points if you overcall at the one level. A minimum of 12 to 13 points if you overcall at the two level. 1S by RHO, 2D by you. New suits by partner are NOT forcing.
Raises are invitational.
You may count using the shortness method to determine your strength. Support for ALL the unbid suits. Opponents must have opened with a suit bid. Copyright by Houston card School and The Bridge Companion. All rights reserved.