Puzzle #8

"This vase holds 101 stones, each identical in size and feel. There are 50 black stones and 51 white stones. Now, put on this blindfold, reach in, and pull out as many stones as you like. When you're finished, if you removed an equal number of black and white stones, you'll receive a number of gold pieces equal to the number of stones you pulled out."

How many stones should you remove to give yourself the best chance of removing equal numbers of stones while getting the most money possible?

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