If left unmelded at the end of a round, cards numbered 2 through 10 are less harmful because they have lower point values than face cards & aces. The strategic selection and disposal satte kangof cards. Players can drastically lower their total score if another player goes out by concentrating on making combinations with these lower-point cards. Players should also choose carefully which cards to discard & which to keep. It is more likely that valid combinations will form when you hold onto versatile cards that can contribute to several possible melds.