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The object of the game is to achieve a higher card count than the dealer without exceeding 21.

• If your hand adds up to eight or less, always "Hit."
• If your hand adds up to 10 or 11, always "Double."
• If your hand adds up to 17 or more, always "Stand" (unless you have an ace).
• If you're dealt either ace-8 or ace-9, always "Stand."
• If you're first dealt two 8's, always "Split" (unless the dealer shows a ten-value card).
• If you're first dealt two aces, always "Split."
• Don't "Hit" on a possible bust hand (12 or higher), if the dealer's showing six or less.
• Avoid insurance.
• "Split" 9's, if dealer's up card is less than nine.
• Never "Split" pairs of 4's, 5's or 10's.
• "Hit" all totals of 12 to 16, provided the dealer is showing a 7 through ace.