Why C-Bet Works
When you open preflop with a strong range (77+, AT+, KJ+), most of the time your range is stronger than the opponent\'s range on the flop. A small bet can fold out 2/3 of the opponent\'s hands — without you even needing to improve your hand.
Statistically: opponents miss the flop ~65% of the time. A 33% pot C-Bet needs to work ~25% to be immediately profitable — meaning almost always profitable postflop.