Why accept the Queen’s Gambit?

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GraysonKellogg
The Queen’s Gambit, when accepted, seems very beneficial to White. It’s only a temporary loss of a Pawn and it seems like they get a very good position. Does Black actually get anything out of accepting it? Because when I’m playing Black, I don’t understand why I would ever accept it.
Josh11live
I don’t think black gets anything
Leto
There is general opinion that it’s easier to play declined gambit. However, Queens accepts is theoretically legit.
outwittedyou

Queens gambit accepted is perfectly fine- quick development and the thematic e5 to strike back in the center. Easy to play and theoretically sound.

Toldsted

Why not. Black gets counter play

medelpad

if black knows the theory they get a pretty standard game