Ok, I haven't read the 'Theory of Poker' yet but I assume this is covered in it
No it's not, This is not what it is about. This is an absolute must read for any poker player that is serious about improving.
Quote Originally Posted by Monty3038
... but I did it long hand to study and learn... which helps me retain things better... Here is what i have found so far... I recommend doing this long-hand... I'm no math guru but ok at math. I haven't started working on the statistics yet but think this is a great exercise for beginners...

Total number of random starting hands: 132652x51 combinations
or 169 possible holdings ( AKs, QT, 45, 33....)

Total Number of suited starting hands: 312

% of starting hands that are suited: 312/1326 = 24.75%

# of AA starting hand combinations: 6
% chance of getting AA as hole cards = 6/1328 = 0.45% close enough

# of paired hole cards combinations: 6 x 13 (6 pair combinations x 13 cards) = 78
% chance of pocket pair hole cards: 78/1328 = 5.73%
(includes AA) close enough

Please tell me if you're a statistician and can verify those numbers look correct... or if I'm approaching it wrong... working on details for starting hands running down with different breakdowns how likely you are to get dealt them as your hole cards... might be a waste of time but I am bored at work... I'm doing this in the long run to clear up in my head how often someone gets dealt cards I think they might be holding...