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Traffic signs
Traffic rules
Wallonia
True/false 17 Wallonia 88 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Driving licence 65 Show all 719
Why must you avoid smoking or open flames at a filling station?

351. Why must you avoid smoking or open flames at a filling station?

Smoke can prevent the fuel cap from sealing.
Smoke can interfere with the fuel gauge.
✓ Fuel vapours can ignite and cause a fire.
Open flames can reduce the fuel's quality.

Petrol and other fuels can produce flammable vapours. Smoking, open flames, sparks, or other ignition sources can ignite these vapours and cause a serious fire. Follow all filling-station safety rules while refuelling.

No-smoking warning at a filling station
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What should you do with a helmet that has taken a significant impact in a collision?

352. What should you do with a helmet that has taken a significant impact in a collision?

Use it again after tightening the straps.
Replace only the outer shell if it is scratched.
Keep using it if the visor or straps still work.
✓ Stop using it and follow the manufacturer's replacement guidance.

A helmet can be damaged internally by a significant impact even when no damage is visible from the outside. Stop using the helmet and follow the manufacturer's guidance, which will commonly require replacement after a significant impact.

Helmet inspection after a significant impact
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Why should you leave extra space when passing road workers?

353. Why should you leave extra space when passing road workers?

Road workers are protected by the construction barriers.
Road workers always have priority over passing traffic.
To keep construction dust away from your vehicle.
✓ They may be working close to moving traffic.

Workers may be only a short distance from passing vehicles. Reduce speed and leave as much safe space as possible.

Vehicle passing workers close to the road
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When should you select P (Park) in an automatic vehicle?

354. When should you select P (Park) in an automatic vehicle?

✓ After the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
Whenever you want to reduce speed.
Before braking to a stop.
While the vehicle is still moving slowly.

Select P (Park) only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. Selecting Park while the vehicle is moving can damage the transmission.

Selecting Park after an automatic vehicle stops
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May you continue driving with an expired Belgian bank-card driving licence?

355. May you continue driving with an expired Belgian bank-card driving licence?

Yes, only within Belgium.
✓ No, the driving licence must be renewed.
Yes, for another 3 months.
Yes, until the next vehicle inspection.

You may not drive with an expired driving licence document. A bank-card driving licence must be renewed when its administrative validity expires, even if the underlying Group 1 category remains permanently valid.

Expired Belgian bank-card driving licence
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Why does higher speed increase the risk of aquaplaning?

356. Why does higher speed increase the risk of aquaplaning?

The suspension becomes less effective at high speed.
The brakes cannot remove water from the tyres.
The vehicle becomes heavier as speed increases.
✓ The tyres have less time to clear water from the road surface.

At higher speeds, the tyres may not disperse water effectively, making it easier for the vehicle to lose contact with the road.

Vehicle speed and aquaplaning on a wet road
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Why should you keep your windscreen clean?

357. Why should you keep your windscreen clean?

To improve engine cooling.
To reduce fuel consumption.
✓ To see the road clearly.
To make the headlights brighter.

A clean windscreen gives you a clear view of the road, signs, pedestrians, cyclists, and other vehicles.

Cleaning a windscreen to improve the driver's view
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May you normally ride an electric scooter on the pavement in Belgium?

358. May you normally ride an electric scooter on the pavement in Belgium?

✓ No, riders are generally treated like cyclists.
Only while carrying a passenger.
Only outside built-up areas.
Yes, at any speed.

Electric-scooter riders are generally treated as cyclists and may not ride on the pavement. A person walking while pushing the scooter is treated as a pedestrian.

Electric scooter near a pavement
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What should you do if you see fallen rocks on a mountain road?

359. What should you do if you see fallen rocks on a mountain road?

Maintain speed and drive over smaller stones.
✓ Slow down and avoid them smoothly when safe.
Stop beside the rocks to inspect the road.
Swerve around them immediately without checking traffic.

Loose rocks can damage tyres, affect steering, or block part of the road. Reduce speed and avoid sudden movements. If rocks are actively falling, do not enter or stop in the danger area. Keep a safe distance and, if necessary, wait in a safe place until it is safe to continue.

Fallen rocks on a mountain road
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What should you do when driving near a school area?

360. What should you do when driving near a school area?

Watch only for children already on the road.
Use your horn so children stay away from traffic.
Drive close behind other vehicles to keep traffic moving.
✓ Slow down and watch carefully for children.

Children near schools may cross unexpectedly or be hidden between parked vehicles. Reduce speed and be ready to stop.

Vehicle travelling near a school
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Which Belgian moped class has a design speed above 25 and up to 45 km/h?

361. Which Belgian moped class has a design speed above 25 and up to 45 km/h?

Class A.
✓ Class B.

A Belgian class B moped has a maximum design speed above 25 km/h and not exceeding 45 km/h. A driving licence valid for category AM is normally required.

Belgian class B moped limited to 45 km/h
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Why should the head restraint be adjusted correctly?

362. Why should the head restraint be adjusted correctly?

To make the seat belt tighter.
To improve rear visibility.
To support the lower back.
✓ To reduce the risk of neck injury in a collision.

A correctly adjusted head restraint helps support the head and can reduce the risk of neck injury, especially in a rear-end collision. The top of the restraint should normally be level with the top of the head.

Adjusting a vehicle seat's head restraint
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Why is a larger following distance needed at motorway speeds?

363. Why is a larger following distance needed at motorway speeds?

✓ You need more distance to react and stop safely.
It makes the vehicle easier to steer.
It reduces the effect of crosswinds.
It keeps the engine from working too hard.

At higher speeds, you travel farther during your reaction time and need more distance to brake. A larger gap gives you more time and space to stop safely.

Following distance between vehicles on a motorway
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Why should you reduce speed in fog?

364. Why should you reduce speed in fog?

✓ Because you have less time to react to hazards you cannot see.
To reduce vehicle emissions.
To reduce fuel consumption.
To prevent the windscreen from misting.

Fog can hide obstacles, pedestrians, and other vehicles. Lower speed gives you more time to react.

Fog limiting a driver's view ahead
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

365. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Door-open warning.
Charging-system warning.
Power-steering warning.
✓ Immobiliser or anti-theft system.

This symbol relates to the vehicle's immobiliser or anti-theft system. If it remains illuminated or flashes unexpectedly, the vehicle may not recognise the key or there may be a fault in the security system.

Immobiliser indicator symbol on the dashboard
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Why should you keep a dog on a leash near traffic?

366. Why should you keep a dog on a leash near traffic?

To give the dog priority when crossing the road.
To make it easier for drivers to hear the dog.
To allow the dog to walk closer to moving traffic.
✓ To prevent it from suddenly running into the road.

Dogs can react unpredictably to vehicles, people, noises, or other animals. Keeping a dog under close control on a leash near traffic reduces the risk of it suddenly entering the road and endangering itself or other road users.

Pedestrian keeping a dog on a leash near traffic
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What should you do when crossing a road with no marked crossing nearby?

367. What should you do when crossing a road with no marked crossing nearby?

Cross diagonally to spend less time in each lane.
Cross where the road is narrowest, even if visibility is poor.
✓ Choose a place with a clear view in both directions.
Cross near a bend if approaching traffic seems slow.

If there is no marked crossing nearby, choose a safe place where you can clearly see approaching traffic.

Pedestrian preparing to cross a road without a marked crossing
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What should you do when reversing with a trailer?

368. What should you do when reversing with a trailer?

Reverse quickly to keep the trailer straight.
Ask a guide to stand directly behind the trailer.
✓ Reverse slowly and make small steering corrections.
Make large steering corrections as soon as it turns.

Trailers react quickly to steering while reversing. Move slowly, observe carefully, and use a guide only from a safe visible position.

Vehicle reversing with a trailer
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Why should you take regular breaks during a long journey?

369. Why should you take regular breaks during a long journey?

To reduce tyre pressure.
To make the journey feel shorter.
To improve fuel quality.
✓ To help prevent fatigue and maintain concentration.

Regular breaks during a long journey help reduce fatigue and maintain concentration. Do not wait until you are struggling to stay awake before stopping to rest.

Driver resting during a long journey
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What should you do before reversing your vehicle?

370. What should you do before reversing your vehicle?

Check behind only after you start moving.
Rely on the reversing camera if one is fitted.
✓ Check all around and make sure it is safe.
Check the mirrors and reverse if they appear clear.

Before reversing, check all around the vehicle, including blind spots, for pedestrians, cyclists, vehicles, and other hazards. Reverse slowly and keep checking as you move.

Vehicle preparing to reverse from a driveway
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What should you do if a police officer directs you through a red light?

371. What should you do if a police officer directs you through a red light?

✓ Follow the police officer's direction.
Wait for another driver to move first.
Reverse away from the junction.
Remain stopped until the light turns green.

A police officer's directions take priority over traffic lights, traffic signs, and general traffic rules.

Police officer directing traffic at a red light
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How should cyclists ride when travelling in a group?

372. How should cyclists ride when travelling in a group?

Ride side by side even when traffic cannot pass safely.
Keep the same speed even when gaps become unsafe.
Follow the cyclist ahead without checking traffic yourself.
✓ Predictably, with safe gaps and clear communication.

Safe spacing and communication help group members respond to braking, turns, obstacles, and changing traffic conditions.

Group of cyclists riding along a road
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Which distance unit is used on road signs in Wallonia?

373. Which distance unit is used on road signs in Wallonia?

✓ Kilometres.
Miles.

Road distances in Wallonia are normally shown in kilometres.

Distance units used on road signs
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Which vehicle type is mainly associated with driving licence AM?

374. Which vehicle type is mainly associated with driving licence AM?

✓ Moped.
Motorcycle.
Car.
Truck.

Driving licence AM is mainly associated with mopeds. Category AM covers mopeds with a design speed above 25 km/h and up to 45 km/h.

Driving licence card for category AM
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What is the main purpose of a booster seat?

375. What is the main purpose of a booster seat?

To allow the child to sit without wearing a seat belt.
✓ To position the vehicle seat belt correctly on the child.
To replace the vehicle's seat belt completely.
To move the child closer to the front seats.

A booster seat raises and positions a child so the vehicle seat belt fits correctly. The lap belt should sit low across the hips and the shoulder belt should pass across the chest and shoulder, rather than the neck or abdomen.

Child seated in a booster with a vehicle seat belt
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What should you do about a chip in the windscreen?

376. What should you do about a chip in the windscreen?

✓ Have it assessed and repaired promptly.
Cover the chip so it cannot spread.
Wait until the chip becomes a larger crack.
Clean the glass and continue driving normally.

A chip can obstruct your view, weaken the glass, and develop into a larger crack. Have it checked and repaired promptly.

Stone chip in a vehicle's windscreen
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When may drivers normally use the horn in built-up areas in Wallonia?

377. When may drivers normally use the horn in built-up areas in Wallonia?

Whenever overtaking.
To greet other road users.
Whenever traffic is slow.
✓ To avoid immediate danger.

In built-up areas in Wallonia, the horn should normally be used only when necessary to avoid danger.

Vehicle horn used to warn of danger in town
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What can slow engine cranking or dim lights indicate?

378. What can slow engine cranking or dim lights indicate?

Incorrect tyre pressure.
✓ A weak battery or charging-system problem.
A wheel-alignment problem.
A blocked air filter.

Slow starting, dim lights, or repeated battery warnings can indicate a weak battery, poor electrical connection, or a fault in the charging system.

Vehicle battery and difficulty starting the engine
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What should you do about a flat tyre on a high-speed road?

379. What should you do about a flat tyre on a high-speed road?

Drive slowly on the damaged tyre to the next exit.
Repair the tyre beside the traffic lane using hazard lights.
Ask passengers to help change the wheel quickly.
✓ Move to a protected location if possible and call for professional recovery.

Changing a wheel close to high-speed traffic is extremely dangerous. Move away from traffic and use professional assistance.

Vehicle stopped with a flat tyre on a high-speed road
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What may happen to the steering when the ignition key is removed?

380. What may happen to the steering when the ignition key is removed?

✓ The steering lock may engage.
The wheels automatically straighten.
The steering becomes lighter.
The power steering remains fully active.

On vehicles fitted with a steering lock, removing the ignition key may allow the steering lock to engage. Never remove the key while the vehicle is moving.

Ignition key and vehicle steering lock
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What is the safest choice if you have consumed alcohol?

381. What is the safest choice if you have consumed alcohol?

Drive only if you do not feel drunk.
Drink coffee before driving.
Eat something and wait a short while.
✓ Do not drive and arrange a sober form of transport.

Alcohol can impair judgement, coordination, vision, and reaction time. A sober driver, taxi, public transport, or an overnight stay is the safer choice.

Alcohol consumption and the decision not to drive
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When must rear fog lights be used in Belgium?

382. When must rear fog lights be used in Belgium?

✓ In fog or snow with visibility below about 100 metres, and during heavy rain.
During every rain shower.
Whenever another vehicle follows closely.
Whenever it is dark.

Rear fog lights must be used in fog or snowfall that reduces visibility below about 100 metres and also during heavy rain. They may not be used in other conditions.

Vehicle using rear fog lights in poor visibility
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Why should you be cautious when following a vehicle carrying a loose load?

383. Why should you be cautious when following a vehicle carrying a loose load?

✓ Objects may fall onto the road.
The vehicle must stop whenever the load shifts.
Loose loads prevent the driver from using the mirrors.
The vehicle must always travel at a lower speed.

A poorly secured load can fall or shift suddenly. Keep extra distance and avoid following too closely.

Vehicle carrying an unsecured load ahead
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What should you do if an EV charging cable or connector is damaged?

384. What should you do if an EV charging cable or connector is damaged?

Cover the damaged area and continue charging.
Hold the damaged section away from the vehicle.
Reduce the charging power and continue using it.
✓ Do not use it, and report or arrange repair of the damage.

Do not use a damaged charging cable or connector. Damage can create a risk of electric shock, overheating, or fire. Use suitable undamaged charging equipment and report the fault or arrange professional repair or replacement.

Damaged electric-vehicle charging cable or connector
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Why should cyclists avoid using a handheld phone?

385. Why should cyclists avoid using a handheld phone?

Because phones can interfere with bicycle electronics.
Because phone signals can interfere with traffic lights.
✓ It reduces your control and attention.
Because a phone may be used only at low speeds.

Using a phone can distract you and may prevent you from steering, braking, or reacting properly.

Cyclist using a handheld phone
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What is the general speed limit on an ordinary road outside built-up areas in Wallonia?

386. What is the general speed limit on an ordinary road outside built-up areas in Wallonia?

50 km/h.
120 km/h.
✓ 90 km/h.
70 km/h.

In Wallonia, the general limit on ordinary roads outside built-up areas is 90 km/h unless a traffic sign imposes a different limit.

Ordinary road outside a built-up area in Wallonia
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What shape are most warning signs in Wallonia?

387. What shape are most warning signs in Wallonia?

Circle.
Rectangle.
Diamond.
✓ Triangle.

Most warning signs in Wallonia are triangular.

Road warning signs and their shapes
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What should you do when driving near animals?

388. What should you do when driving near animals?

Maintain speed if they remain beside the road.
Sound your horn to make them move away.
✓ Slow down and be ready to stop.
Flash your headlights repeatedly to warn them.

Animals can move unpredictably. Slow down, stay alert, and be prepared to stop safely.

Animals near moving road traffic
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When must cyclists riding side by side move into single file outside a built-up area?

389. When must cyclists riding side by side move into single file outside a built-up area?

✓ When a vehicle approaches them from behind.
Whenever the road has a centre line.
They never have to move into single file.
Only when travelling downhill.

Cyclists may generally ride side by side when this does not prevent vehicles from passing in the opposite direction. Outside built-up areas, they must also move into single file when a vehicle approaches from behind.

Cyclists riding side by side on a road
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What should you do if your vehicle begins to skid on ice?

390. What should you do if your vehicle begins to skid on ice?

Steer rapidly from side to side.
Accelerate sharply to regain traction.
Apply the parking brake to straighten the vehicle.
✓ Ease off the accelerator and steer smoothly in the direction you want to travel.

Avoid sudden braking or steering. Look where you want to go and use gentle controls while the tyres regain grip.

Vehicle skidding on an icy road
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What should you normally do before changing gear in a manual vehicle?

391. What should you normally do before changing gear in a manual vehicle?

Press the accelerator pedal fully.
Switch off the engine.
✓ Press the clutch pedal fully.
Apply the parking brake.

Pressing the clutch pedal disconnects the engine from the transmission so that another gear can be selected. After changing gear, the clutch should be released smoothly.

Clutch operation when changing gear in a manual vehicle
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What should you do with a manual parking brake before driving away?

392. What should you do with a manual parking brake before driving away?

✓ Release it fully.
Leave it partly applied.
Pull it up further.
Apply it only after moving off.

The manual parking brake should be released fully before driving away. Driving with it partly applied can cause unnecessary brake wear and overheating.

Releasing a manual handbrake before driving away
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

393. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Lane-departure warning.
Electronic stability control.
Automatic emergency braking.
Adaptive cruise control.

This symbol relates to the lane-departure warning or lane-keeping system. The system monitors the vehicle's position within its lane and may warn the driver if the vehicle begins to leave the lane unintentionally.

Lane-departure warning symbol on the dashboard
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Why should you avoid following another vehicle too closely in fog?

394. Why should you avoid following another vehicle too closely in fog?

To increase stopping distance.
✓ You may have too little time to react if it brakes suddenly.
To reduce fuel consumption in poor visibility.
To keep the windscreen clearer.

Following too closely reduces your reaction time and can lead to a collision if the vehicle ahead slows unexpectedly.

Following another vehicle in fog
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

395. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Interior lighting.
✓ Instrument-panel brightness.
Headlight level adjustment.
Front fog lights.

This control adjusts the brightness of the instrument panel and dashboard illumination, allowing the driver to reduce or increase the lighting level.

Control for adjusting instrument-panel brightness
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Which passenger vehicles are covered by driving licence D?

396. Which passenger vehicles are covered by driving licence D?

Goods vehicles over 7,500 kg.
Cars and light vehicles up to 3,500 kg.
✓ Buses designed for more than eight passengers.
Minibuses for no more than eight passengers.

Category D covers motor vehicles designed and constructed to carry more than eight passengers in addition to the driver. A trailer up to 750 kg may be towed.

Bus covered by category D
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Why should you press the clutch pedal fully when changing gear?

397. Why should you press the clutch pedal fully when changing gear?

To increase engine speed.
To apply the brakes.
To lock the gear lever in position.
✓ To disengage the engine fully from the transmission.

Pressing the clutch pedal fully disengages the engine from the transmission, allowing the gear to be changed smoothly and reducing unnecessary wear on the gearbox and clutch.

Clutch pedal pressed fully for a gear change
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What should you do if medicine makes you feel drowsy?

398. What should you do if medicine makes you feel drowsy?

Open a window to stay alert.
✓ Do not drive until the effect has passed.
Drive slowly and avoid motorways.
Drink coffee before driving.

If a medicine causes drowsiness, your concentration, judgement, and reaction time may be reduced. Do not drive until you are fit to do so and the effect has passed.

Drowsiness after taking medicine
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Why should you be especially alert for wild animals at dawn and dusk?

399. Why should you be especially alert for wild animals at dawn and dusk?

Animals cannot see vehicles during daylight.
Wild animals avoid roads during the rest of the day.
✓ Many animals are more active at these times.
Speed limits change automatically at dawn and dusk.

Many wild animals are most active around dawn and dusk, when visibility may also be reduced.

Wild animal beside a road in low light
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Which vehicle type is mainly associated with driving licence C?

400. Which vehicle type is mainly associated with driving licence C?

✓ Truck.
Car.
Bus.
Moped.

Driving licence C is mainly associated with trucks. Category C1 covers smaller heavy vehicles, C covers larger heavy vehicles, and C1E and CE allow heavier trailers.

Driving licence card for category C
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