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Traffic signs
Traffic rules
Switzerland
True/false 17 Switzerland 33 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Show all 600
What should cyclists do when riding over loose gravel or road debris?

501. What should cyclists do when riding over loose gravel or road debris?

✓ Reduce speed and steer smoothly.
Make quick steering movements to avoid loose stones.
Keep the same speed as on a dry, smooth road.
Brake hard while turning.

Loose material reduces tyre grip. Smooth steering and controlled speed lower the chance of losing balance.

Cyclist riding over loose gravel
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

502. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Heated steering wheel.
Seat ventilation.
✓ Seat heating.
Air conditioning.

This control activates the seat heating, which warms the seat cushion and, on many vehicles, the backrest. Several heat levels may be available.

Heated-seat control and symbol
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Why are reversing and making a U-turn on a motorway extremely dangerous?

503. Why are reversing and making a U-turn on a motorway extremely dangerous?

The vehicle may use more fuel during the manoeuvre.
The speedometer may become less accurate.
✓ Other drivers approach quickly and do not expect traffic facing them.
The steering may become heavier while turning around.

Motorway traffic travels at high speed. Unexpected reversing or turning can cause a severe collision.

Vehicle on a motorway hard shoulder
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What should a motorcyclist do before entering a bend?

504. What should a motorcyclist do before entering a bend?

✓ Reduce speed before the bend and look through it.
Move close to the centre of the road.
Look only at the road directly in front of the wheel.
Brake hard after beginning to lean.

Adjust your speed before entering the bend so you can steer smoothly and remain within a safe position. Look through the bend towards where you want to travel and be prepared for hazards that may be hidden from view.

Motorcyclist approaching a bend
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What should you do when entering a roundabout?

505. What should you do when entering a roundabout?

Give way only to traffic in the lane nearest to you.
Enter if there is space, even if other traffic must slow down.
Enter if another driver appears to be slowing down.
✓ Slow down, give way when required, and enter only when safe.

When approaching a roundabout, reduce your speed, observe traffic, follow the signs and local priority rules, and enter only when it is safe.

Vehicle at a roundabout entrance
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Who should always wear a seat belt?

506. Who should always wear a seat belt?

Only people in seats without airbags.
Only people in the front seats.
Only children and young passengers.
✓ Everyone in the vehicle.

Seat belts greatly reduce the risk of serious injury in a crash and should be worn by everyone in the vehicle.

Vehicle occupants wearing seat belts
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

507. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Air recirculation.
Rear window demister.
Fresh-air ventilation.
Air conditioning.

This symbol activates air recirculation, which reduces the amount of outside air entering the vehicle and recirculates air already inside the cabin. It can be useful when driving through polluted air or when cooling the interior quickly.

Cabin air-recirculation control and symbol
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

508. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Engine-temperature warning.
Engine-management warning.
Low washer fluid.
Oil-pressure warning.

This symbol indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high. If it illuminates while driving, stop safely and allow the engine to cool before investigating the cause.

Engine-temperature warning symbol on the dashboard
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What is the minimum age for a standard car driving licence in Switzerland?

509. What is the minimum age for a standard car driving licence in Switzerland?

17 years.
19 years.
21 years.
✓ 18 years.

The minimum age for a standard car driving licence in Switzerland is 18 years.

Minimum age for obtaining a car driving licence
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

510. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Charging-system warning.
Diesel particulate filter warning.
✓ Engine-management warning.
Oil-pressure warning.

This symbol indicates a fault detected by the engine-management or emissions-control system. If it remains illuminated while driving, the vehicle should be checked according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Engine-management warning symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do if another driver does not give way when they should?

511. What should you do if another driver does not give way when they should?

Maintain your speed because you have priority.
Move closer so the other driver is forced to give way.
✓ Slow down and avoid a collision.
Accelerate so you pass through first.

Even if you have priority, safety comes first. Slow down, stay calm, and avoid creating a dangerous situation.

Conflicting vehicle movements at a junction
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What should you do if your brakes feel less effective after driving through water?

512. What should you do if your brakes feel less effective after driving through water?

Increase speed to warm the brakes.
Ignore it if the vehicle still stops.
Use only the parking brake until they dry.
✓ Drive carefully and test them gently when safe.

Water can reduce braking performance. After driving through water, check the brakes gently when it is safe to do so.

Checking braking response after driving through water
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What does turning a traditional ignition switch to OFF normally do?

513. What does turning a traditional ignition switch to OFF normally do?

Selects accessory power.
Operates the starter motor.
✓ Switches off the engine and ignition systems.
Releases the parking brake.

Turning a traditional ignition switch to OFF switches off the engine and ignition systems. The key can then normally be moved to the LOCK position and removed.

OFF position on a traditional ignition switch
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What should you do when joining a motorway from an entry lane?

514. What should you do when joining a motorway from an entry lane?

✓ Match your speed, check around you, and merge into a safe gap.
Stop at the end of the entry lane and wait for a large gap.
Force your way into the nearest gap.
Enter at a low speed and let motorway traffic adjust.

Use the entry lane to build a suitable speed, check carefully, signal, and merge only when it is safe.

Vehicle joining a motorway from an entry lane
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How should cyclists cross railway or tram tracks?

515. How should cyclists cross railway or tram tracks?

Keep the wheels parallel with the rails while crossing.
Brake firmly while the front wheel is on the rail.
Increase speed so the wheels cannot get caught.
✓ Cross at a safe angle, as close to perpendicular as possible.

A bicycle wheel can become trapped in a rail groove. Crossing at a wider angle reduces this risk.

Cyclist crossing rails in the road
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Why should you avoid resting your foot on the clutch pedal while driving?

516. Why should you avoid resting your foot on the clutch pedal while driving?

It can increase tyre pressure.
It can apply the parking brake.
✓ It can cause unnecessary clutch wear.
It can lock the steering.

Resting your foot on the clutch pedal can apply slight pressure to the clutch mechanism and cause unnecessary wear. Keep your left foot off the clutch when it is not needed.

Foot position near the clutch pedal
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What should you do before refuelling a petrol or diesel vehicle?

517. What should you do before refuelling a petrol or diesel vehicle?

✓ Switch off the engine before starting to refuel.
Switch on the hazard lights while refuelling.
Leave the engine running to protect the battery.
Keep the engine idling if the vehicle is outside.

Switch off the engine before refuelling. Fuel vapours are flammable, so avoid ignition sources and follow the safety instructions at the filling station. If fuel is spilled, do not start the vehicle until the situation has been made safe.

Vehicle at a pump before refuelling
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Which foot should normally operate the brake and accelerator in an automatic vehicle?

518. Which foot should normally operate the brake and accelerator in an automatic vehicle?

✓ The right foot.
Either foot at the same time.
Both feet together.
The left foot.

In an automatic vehicle, the right foot should normally operate both the brake and accelerator pedals. The left foot should rest on the footrest to reduce the risk of pressing both pedals at the same time.

Right-foot control of an automatic vehicle's pedals
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When should you use rear fog lights?

519. When should you use rear fog lights?

When visibility is slightly reduced.
✓ When visibility is seriously reduced by fog or similar conditions.
When another vehicle is following closely.
When driving on high-speed roads at night.

Rear fog lights are very bright and should only be used when visibility is poor enough to require them.

Rear fog lights used in severely reduced visibility
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Should motorcyclists wear protective clothing?

520. Should motorcyclists wear protective clothing?

No, it is only useful when riding at high speeds.
✓ Yes, it can reduce injuries from falls and contact with the road.
No, a helmet provides enough protection on its own.
Yes, but only when riding on motorways.

Motorcyclists should wear protective clothing because it can reduce injuries from falls, impacts and sliding on the road. Suitable jackets, trousers, gloves and boots provide additional protection, but they do not replace a securely fitted helmet or safe riding.

Motorcyclist wearing protective riding clothing
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You must stop at a red traffic light.

521. You must stop at a red traffic light.

✓ True.
False.

A red traffic light means you must stop and wait until it is allowed to proceed.

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What should you do if another vehicle is tailgating you?

522. What should you do if another vehicle is tailgating you?

Move toward the centre to discourage them from passing.
Reduce the gap ahead so they cannot move into it.
Speed up to create more space behind you.
✓ Stay calm and increase your safety margin ahead.

If someone follows too closely, avoid sudden actions. Keeping more space in front gives you more time to brake gently if needed. If it is safe, allow the tailgating vehicle to pass.

Following vehicle visible close behind
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Which factors can increase a vehicle's stopping distance?

523. Which factors can increase a vehicle's stopping distance?

Using dipped headlights and keeping the windows closed.
Driving in a lower gear and using the indicators.
Having a full fuel tank and adjusted mirrors.
✓ Higher speed, slower reactions, poor grip, and vehicle condition.

Stopping distance can increase because of higher speed, slower driver reactions, reduced tyre grip, poor weather or road conditions, worn tyres, weak brakes, or a heavier vehicle. Both the driver's reaction distance and the vehicle's braking distance can be affected.

Road and vehicle conditions affecting stopping distance
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Why should you avoid driving too close to the edge of the road?

524. Why should you avoid driving too close to the edge of the road?

✓ The edge may be uneven or weak.
It can make oncoming traffic harder to see.
It can make your speed harder to judge.
It can reduce the effectiveness of your mirrors.

Road edges can be soft, uneven, or damaged. Driving too close to the edge can reduce control or cause the vehicle to leave the road.

Vehicle travelling close to the road edge
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How should an EV charging cable be positioned where pedestrians may pass?

525. How should an EV charging cable be positioned where pedestrians may pass?

Around nearby street furniture to keep it under tension.
Across the pavement where it is easiest to see.
Loose on the ground so pedestrians can step over it.
✓ So it does not create a trip hazard or obstruct the route.

An EV charging cable should be positioned so it does not create a trip hazard or unnecessarily obstruct pedestrians. Where a cable must cross a walking route, use an appropriate approved cable-management or protection system and follow local requirements.

Charging cable near a pedestrian route
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Why should headlights, indicators, and other exterior lights be kept clean and working?

526. Why should headlights, indicators, and other exterior lights be kept clean and working?

They prevent the windscreen from misting.
✓ They help you see, be seen, and communicate your intentions.
They improve braking performance in poor weather.
They only need to work when you drive at night.

Dirty or faulty lights reduce visibility and make it harder for other road users to understand when you are braking, turning, reversing, or changing position.

Checking and cleaning a vehicle's exterior lights
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Why should you leave extra space behind a vehicle carrying animals?

527. Why should you leave extra space behind a vehicle carrying animals?

Because they must always travel in the centre of the road.
Because they cannot use brake lights.
Because they cannot use their horn.
✓ Because it may move slowly or stop unexpectedly.

Vehicles transporting animals may accelerate slowly, take bends carefully, or brake gently to protect their load.

Vehicle following an animal transporter
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Why should you increase your following distance on wet roads?

528. Why should you increase your following distance on wet roads?

Because tyres need more space to warm up.
Because wet roads make the speedometer less accurate.
✓ Because braking distances are longer.
To reduce road surface damage.

Water reduces grip between the tyres and the road, so it takes longer to slow down or stop safely.

Following distance between vehicles on a wet road
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Which selector position prevents drive being transmitted to the wheels?

529. Which selector position prevents drive being transmitted to the wheels?

P (Park).
R (Reverse).
✓ N (Neutral).
D (Drive).

Select N (Neutral) when drive should not be transmitted to the wheels. Unlike Park, Neutral does not lock the transmission to prevent the vehicle from rolling.

Automatic gear selector with P, R, N and D positions
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

530. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Instrument-panel brightness.
Parking lights.
Hazard warning lights.
✓ Interior lighting.

This control operates the vehicle's interior lighting. Depending on the vehicle, the lights can be switched on manually or set to illuminate automatically when a door is opened.

Control for the vehicle's interior lighting
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What shape are most warning signs in Switzerland?

531. What shape are most warning signs in Switzerland?

Circle.
Diamond.
✓ Triangle.
Rectangle.

Most warning signs in Switzerland are triangular.

Road warning signs and their shapes
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Which control is normally used to switch between dipped and main beam headlights?

532. Which control is normally used to switch between dipped and main beam headlights?

The windscreen-wiper stalk.
The hazard warning switch.
✓ The lighting stalk.
The dashboard brightness control.

The lighting stalk is normally used to switch between dipped and main beam headlights. The exact movement varies between vehicles, so check the vehicle controls before driving.

Lighting stalk for switching between dipped and main beam
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What should you check after fitting a child restraint?

533. What should you check after fitting a child restraint?

✓ That it is securely installed and correctly fitted.
That the child can easily loosen the harness.
That the restraint is tilted as far back as possible.
That the restraint can move freely on the seat.

A child restraint should be installed securely and used according to the manufacturer's instructions. Check that the seat is firmly attached, the belt or ISOFIX connection is correct, and the child is restrained properly before driving.

Checking the installation of a child car seat
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What should you do when a bus signals to pull away from a bus stop?

534. What should you do when a bus signals to pull away from a bus stop?

Drive closely beside the bus to prevent it moving out.
✓ Slow down and be prepared to let it move out when safe.
Ignore the signal until the bus starts moving.
Accelerate and pass before the bus moves out.

Buses may pull away after picking up passengers. Slow down, check the traffic situation, and allow space when it is safe.

Bus signalling to pull away from a stop
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Why can headphones or very loud music be dangerous while driving?

535. Why can headphones or very loud music be dangerous while driving?

✓ They can make important warning sounds harder to hear.
They can prevent the horn from working properly.
They can make road signs harder to read.
They can cause the speed limiter to switch off.

Headphones or very loud music can reduce your awareness of horns, sirens, warning sounds, and surrounding traffic. Keep the volume at a level that allows you to remain aware of what is happening around the vehicle.

Driver wearing headphones at the wheel
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What should a motorcyclist do in strong crosswinds?

536. What should a motorcyclist do in strong crosswinds?

Ride as close to the edge of the road as possible.
Follow a large vehicle closely for protection from the wind.
Make sudden steering movements whenever the wind changes.
✓ Reduce speed and be prepared for sudden gusts.

Strong crosswinds can push a motorcycle sideways and sudden gusts can affect its stability. Reduce speed, keep a steady grip on the handlebars and allow extra space, especially on exposed roads, bridges, or when passing gaps and large vehicles.

Motorcyclist riding in strong crosswinds
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What is the best place to cross the road?

537. What is the best place to cross the road?

At a junction without checking for turning traffic.
Between parked vehicles if traffic appears quiet.
Near a bend if approaching traffic seems slow.
✓ At a designated crossing.

Use a designated crossing whenever possible. It is usually the safest place to cross the road.

Designated crossing for pedestrians
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

538. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

The parking brake is applied.
The airbag system has a fault.
✓ A door is open.
The anti-theft system is active.

This symbol indicates that one or more vehicle doors are not fully closed. Check that all doors are securely shut before driving.

Door-open warning symbol on the dashboard
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

539. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Engine-management warning.
Charging-system warning.
✓ Service or maintenance required.
Power-steering warning.

This symbol indicates that the vehicle requires servicing or maintenance. The exact meaning and required maintenance can vary between vehicles, so check the vehicle information display or owner's manual.

Service reminder symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do when a road worker directs traffic?

540. What should you do when a road worker directs traffic?

Wait for a police officer to confirm the signal.
✓ Follow the worker's signals and instructions.
Follow the normal traffic signs instead.
Follow the vehicle ahead instead of the worker's signal.

Authorised road workers may control traffic through a work zone. Watch carefully and follow their directions.

Road worker directing traffic
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Why should motorcyclists take extra care on wet road markings?

541. Why should motorcyclists take extra care on wet road markings?

✓ They can provide less grip than the surrounding road.
They can cause the tyre pressure to rise suddenly.
They can make the brakes overheat.
They can increase the motorcycle's engine temperature.

Wet painted road markings can provide less grip than the surrounding road surface. Ride smoothly over them and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering that could cause the tyres to lose grip.

Motorcycle approaching wet painted road markings
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What should you do if an unusual vibration develops in the steering wheel?

542. What should you do if an unusual vibration develops in the steering wheel?

✓ Reduce speed and have the tyres, wheels, and steering checked.
Hold the steering wheel more tightly and continue.
Reduce the tyre pressure slightly to smooth the ride.
Keep driving if the vehicle still steers normally.

An unusual vibration may indicate tyre damage, wheel imbalance, loose components, or another mechanical fault. Reduce speed and arrange an inspection.

Driver experiencing vibration through the steering wheel
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You should keep both hands ready to control the steering.

543. You should keep both hands ready to control the steering.

False.
✓ True.

Keeping proper control of the steering wheel helps you react safely to changes in traffic and road conditions.

Driver keeping both hands on the steering wheel
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Where should passengers wait after safely leaving a broken-down vehicle?

544. Where should passengers wait after safely leaving a broken-down vehicle?

Wait just behind the vehicle away from the traffic lane.
Wait close beside the vehicle where drivers can see you.
Stand between the vehicle and the safety barrier.
✓ In a protected place well away from moving traffic.

Move passengers, children, and pets away from the carriageway. On high-speed roads, wait behind a safety barrier where possible.

Passengers moving away from a broken-down vehicle
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What colour is a stop sign usually?

545. What colour is a stop sign usually?

Green.
Yellow.
White.
✓ Red.

Stop signs are almost always red because red is universally associated with danger and the need to stop immediately.

Red octagonal stop sign
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What should you do when people are waiting at a pedestrian crossing?

546. What should you do when people are waiting at a pedestrian crossing?

Sound your horn so pedestrians wait.
Maintain your speed until someone starts crossing.
✓ Slow down and stop if they want to cross.
Continue if nobody has stepped onto the crossing.

When people are waiting near a pedestrian crossing, reduce your speed and be ready to stop. Pedestrians may begin crossing at any moment.

People waiting at a pedestrian crossing
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Why is it dangerous to cross while listening to loud music?

547. Why is it dangerous to cross while listening to loud music?

✓ You may not hear approaching traffic.
You may not see approaching traffic clearly.
Music can make you lose your balance.
It makes you walk more slowly across the road.

Loud music can reduce your awareness of vehicles, bicycles, horns, and other warning sounds.

Pedestrian listening to music while crossing the road
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What should you do when livestock are on the road?

548. What should you do when livestock are on the road?

Sound the horn so the animals move aside.
Use the verge to pass the animals.
Follow closely so other traffic can overtake.
✓ Slow down and follow the instructions of the person controlling them.

Livestock may spread across the road, stop suddenly, or change direction without warning. Slow down, keep a safe distance, avoid sudden movements or loud noises, and follow any instructions from the person controlling the animals.

Livestock being moved along a road
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What should you do if you are approaching an animal-drawn vehicle?

549. What should you do if you are approaching an animal-drawn vehicle?

✓ Slow down and pass carefully with plenty of space.
Sound your horn so the driver notices you.
Drive close behind until there is room to pass.
Overtake quickly before the animal changes direction.

Animals can be startled by noise or sudden movement. Reduce speed, keep distance, and pass only when it is safe.

Vehicle approaching an animal-drawn vehicle
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Why should you follow the manufacturer's service schedule?

550. Why should you follow the manufacturer's service schedule?

It allows vehicle problems to be ignored until the next service.
✓ Regular servicing can identify wear and maintain safety and reliability.
It means routine checks between services are unnecessary.
It prevents normal wear on important vehicle components.

Scheduled servicing helps ensure that brakes, tyres, fluids, filters, steering, suspension, and other important systems are checked and maintained before faults become more serious.

Vehicle maintenance following a servicing schedule
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