To profit backing at 2.12 you need to win more than 47.67% of the time. To profit laying at 2.12 the selection must win less than 46.67%.
Betfair's ladder runs from 1.01 to 1000. Commission is charged only on net winnings, so it moves the break-even for a back and a lay in opposite directions.
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