Syllabus
Law 1 - Business Law (UC:CSU) – 3:00 Units
Fal 2012 - Section 3197 - Hybrid
Weds.eve. 6:50 - 8:20 pm - CSB 207
Instructor: David Jordan, Esq.
Office: Faculty Office #20
Office hours: Wednesdays 4:00 – 5:00 PM, or by appointment.
Phone: 818/364-7720 - cell phone 818-415-2015
Email: abogado@pacbell.net
Moodle Site
Textbook: Business Law 11th ed.
Kenneth W. Clarkson, Roger LeRoy Miller, Gaylord A. Jentz, Frank B. Cross
ISBN: ISBN-10: 0324655223 - ISBN-13: 9780324655223
Course Description: Law I is a study of the fundamental principles of law as they apply in the business world. The course examines legal rights and remedies, business torts and crimes, contracts, agency, employment, and negotiable instruments.
Course Organization: Law I is organized into assignments, quizzes, contracts, a final contract project, and forum discussions. Read "Where to Start"
Student Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this course, a student will be able to:
1. Brief law cases in contracts including issues related to offer, acceptance, consideration, formation, defenses, breach, and damages.
2. Critically analyze and argue issues of contracts, the UCC as it applies to contracts for sales of goods, Statute of Frauds, and other defenses, and remedies for breach of contracts.
3. Prepare legal documents, forms or papers for a various contracts including release and waiver, secured, promissory note, bills of sale, UCC 1 financing statement, Breach of Contract, Computer Software Contract, and create a contract under the "Invent a Product" formatted class assignment - see http://duedates.pbworks.com/w/page/20871974/Invent-A-Product
Skill Level: College level reading and writing; ability to access the internet. Necessary skills include proficiency using a word processing program, including spell checker, using a web browser, sending and receiving email, saving documents as RTFs (rich text format), uploading and attaching documents.
Estimated Time per Week: 10 hours (see Carnegie Rule)
Class format: The class is hybrid. Our class meetings are each Weds. evening 6:50 to 8:20 pm in CSB 207. We use the Moodle Course Management System. Carefully read our policies.
The class follows a weekly format. If you click on "Section Links" in upper left corner of your moodle class, you will see the weekly assignments, quizzes, forums and activities. There are many opportunities for you to participate and earn points to attain a good grade.
Online classes require your attention and effort. If you fail to log into the class during the first two weeks you will be excluded from the class. There are activities and assignments each week; you will need to log into the class several times a week.
To be a successful online/hybrid student, you need to do schedule a regular time for studying, read and complete on line activities, and more.
Technical Requirements: The minimum computer requirements are: Computer, either a Macintosh or IBM compatible; modem, minimum 28.8, broadband or high speed internet access is preferred and is required to view the videos. Software: Web browser software, preferably Firefox 3.5 or Internet Explorer 8, an e-mail address and a word processing program.
Get Firefox: http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/all.html
Get Internet Explorer: http://www.microsoft.com/windows/Internet-explorer/default.apx
Get a free email account at: www.mail.google.com
Students who do not have regular computer access may use computers in the campus Learning Resource Center. Be sure to save all your papers and assignments on a flash drive.
Course Login: http://moodle.lamission.edu
First Assignment: Introduce yourself to the class under the forum discussions for the first week. This is where you will get to know your classmates. Post your introduction by Sunday evening, 11:55 pm, 9/16/12. You may be withdrawn from class if you do not post your introductions by the end of the 2nd week of class.
Contacting Your Instructor: I check my email several times a day and respond to emails within 24 hours. Please don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions; email me at: abogado@pacbell.net,in the subject line put: Law 1 #3197. I am also available in-person or by telephone on Wednesdays, 4:00 – 5:00 PM.
Discussion Forums: The discussion forums are the main area for class participation. The weekly discussions open on Mondays and close the following Sunday at 11:55 PM. Initial posts are due by Wednesdays at 11:55 pm. Initial posts should be at least two paragraphs in length (approximately 120-150 words), respond directly to the topic in a reflective manner, referencing the topic link and content provided, and applying the law or case materials. Respond to at least two students to each forum by Sunday evening at 11:55 pm.
CLASS BIOGRAPHIES/INTRODUCTIONS: You will find your instructor's autobiography posted in the "Discussion Board" of the class website. Please post your bio in the discussion board by Friday of week one. In your bio, please be sure to include:
Your name (firstname only),
Academic/Career GoalsExpectations of the class
How you found out about the class/program
Other items of interest, and
Include any preliminary questions or concerns you have at this point.
DISCUSSION FORUMS: Every week a discussion questions posted to the website "FORUMS." You are required to post a answer to each discussion question by Wednesday of the forum week. Further, you are required to post, at least, one response to two or more of your classmates' initial responses. You are not required to respond to every classmate. You may, although this is a decision each student will make.
Minimum THREE different days per forum week. As we begin our online work together I want to discuss an important aspect of online learning, namely participation. Participation is an important part of this collaborative online learning environment. It is well documented that participation and collaboration does enhance learning & whether it be in-class or at a distance. You are encouraged to initiate and respond regularly and make sure your ideas are presented clearly and are substantive. Postings that lack substance will receive little or no credit. For example, “I agree,” “Good posting,” or similar messages that add little or nothing to the discussion will receive few, if any credits. Discussions posted to the website are an important part of the learning that takes place in this class. In essence, we learn from each other. Share ideas or questions with your colleagues. Ask them questions. Share your own experiences.
SOME SPECIFIC EXPECTATIONS ABOUT PARTICIPATION:
Class Meeting Discussions:
- Please read, review, and reflect on each message PRIOR to posting to the forums.Remember: Others cannot get visual clues as to meaning, therefore, be careful in what and how you communicate. Once posted, messages cannot be deleted!
- All postings to any meeting in this class are to be considered CONFIDENTIAL and for consideration and discussion only by members of this class.
- Ask questions about areas of the subject that you wish to better understand or for clarification and/or amplification.
- Read your classmates comments and presentations, and respond constructively.
- Offer personal/professional experiences/observations relevant to the items being discussed.
Participation Rubric:
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Unsatisfactory
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Satisfactory
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Exemplary
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A minimum of 3 postings per forum on at least 3 separate days.
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Less than 3 substantial postings.
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Three requiredsubstantial postings.
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More than the 3substantial required posting.
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Answers by Wednesday
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Respond to classmates by Sunday
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Posting answers after Wednesday
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Posting answers on Wednesday
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Posting answers before Wednesday
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Well reasoned with appropriate analysis.
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No response or lacks applicability.
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Response is applicable, but may not be thorough or lacks depth.
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Thorough response with appropriate depth.
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Appropriate dialog with classmates
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Responses do not clearly relate to topic.
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Responses relate to topic.
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Responses clearly relate to topic.
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Appropriate grammar, spelling, and APA references.
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Spelling and/or grammar errors.
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No spelling or grammar errors..
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No spelling, grammar errors, or punctuation errors.
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Student deliverables should be submitted on the specified date by midnight of the student’s time zone. For purposes of scheduling, each week or module begins on Monday 12:01 AM and concludes the following Sunday at Midnight.
EXPECTATIONS FOR WRITTEN WORK:
VOCABULARY - You are expected to read and understand the material presented in the assigned text and articles you locate.
FORMAT - Papers submitted should be written in accordance with the APA, Bluebook, or other recognized formatting style.
GRAMMAR - Use active voice in your writing. Also use the spelling and grammar check feature of your Word Processor before submitting your papers.
Homework Assignments: Assignments require you to read and brief law cases. Read the information on "briefing law cases". Below is the grading rubric for your case "briefs"
CASE BRIEF GRADING RUBRIC
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Outstanding
A
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Proficient
B
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Adequate
C
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Inadequate
D/F
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Case Name and Citation
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Complete case name and properly formatted citation appear at the top of the case brief
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Complete case name is provided but citation is incomplete
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Complete case name is provided but no citation is give
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Neither the case name nor the citation appears at the top of the case brief OR both case name and citation are incorrect.
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Operative Facts
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Operative facts are relevant to the issue being examined by the court and are logically organized.
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Facts are relevant to the question being answered but lack coherence or organization.
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Irrelevant facts are included. Lack of logical organization.
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Relevant facts are omitted or lost in discussion of unrelated information.
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Procedural Facts
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Procedural history of the case is clearly and logically presented in proper chronology.
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Procedural history of the case is presented but chronology is confusing.
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Some procedural history is presented.
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No procedural history is presented.
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Issue/Short Answer
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Includes all elements (applicable law, issue being examined and relevant facts) in a well crafted, grammatically correct question.
Answer responds to question being posed.
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Issue is separately articulated, but does not include all elements; applicable law, issue being examined and relevant facts.
Answer responds to question being posed.
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Issue is not separately articulated, but implied through description of facts or discussion of law.
Answer does not respond to question being posed.
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Issue is not articulated
No answer is given.
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Law
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Law is correct and is relevant to the question being answered. Rule(s) of law succinctly paraphrased rather than quoted.
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Law is correct and is relevant to the question being answered, but is not paraphrased
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Rules of law are used in providing answer, but it is unclear if writer understands the law and is properly applying it.
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Rules of law are omitted from answer or incorrect law is used.
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Rationale
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The court’s reasoning is presented in a clear and logical fashion, leading the reader to an understanding of the rationale behind the law.
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Law is applied to the facts, but the underlying rationale is not clear.
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Analysis is unclear, causing the reader to question whether the law is correct.
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No analysis of the law is given.
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Writing Mechanics
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Sentence structure, grammar, punctuation are substantially correct.
Each component‘s material is logically organized and presented in a clear, concise manner.
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Sentence structure, grammar, punctuation are substantially correct.
Organization is logical but needs better consistency and clarity.
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Adherence to rules of writing is poor.
Material lacks organization and/or is unclear, making it difficult to understand.
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Rules of writing are ignored or misunderstood.
No apparent logic to the organization of the material. Writing lacks clarity.
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**above adopted from case grading rubric - AAFPE.org website
Students who plagiarize will receive zero credit on the assignment.
Contracts (6): Students will be required to "draft" six (6) contracts, and this is worth 10% of your grade. Final Contract Project: Final Contract Project is the final project for the class and is worth 10% of your grade. it requires you to draft a contract including all of the legal concepts and principles you learned in this class.
Quizzes: The class is divided into weekly quizzes (20 multiple choice questions each). This is 30% of your grade.
Forum Discussions: The class is divided into weekly discussion forums. This is 15% of your grade.
Late Assignments Our "Late Work" Policy is firm.
Dropping your class/Exclusion: November 18th, 2012 is the last day to drop the class with a "W"
College regulations state that a student may be excluded from a course following accumulation of absences equal to a week of course work. The 12th week of class is the last date a student may drop a class with a "W". (or the 8th week in a "Late Start" class). Thereafter, the student must receive a grade in the class.
If a student has a accumulated score of 50 or below in the 12th week (or the 8th week in a "late Start" class) , it is deemed that the student has accumulated absences in excess of a week of course work, and the instructor MAY, but is NOT required to DROP the student from class, with or without notice. It is the sole responsibility of the student, and not the instructor, to drop the class.
In addition, students who fail to login and post their introduction to class within the first (ten) days of class may be dropped from their online class.
Grading Policy: Letter grades will be determined based upon the following:
Grade Distribution
Quizzes - 30 % of your grade
Assignments- 35 % of your grade
Contracts (6) - 10 % of your grade
Final Contract Project - 10 % of your grade
Forum Discussions- 15 % of your grade
Grade Scale: A 90-100
B 80-89
C 70-79
D 60-69
F ≤ 60
Please note that a grade of C or higher is required for each of the 12 paralegal certificate classes.
Points will be posted on the class website after each activity closes.
Reasonable Accommodation: For students requiring accommodation the DSPS office provides special assistance in areas like: registering for courses, specialized tutoring, note-taking, mobility assistance, special instruction, testing assistance, special equipment, special materials, instructor liaisons, community referrals, and job placement. The phone number for the Office of Students with Disabled Student Programs and Services is: (818) 364-7732.
Important Dates
Website opens Sunday 8/26/12 at 6 pm
Fall 2012
August 26, 2012
Residency Determination Date. |
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August 27, 2012
DAY AND EVENING CLASSES BEGIN. |
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September 01, 2012
Saturday Classes Begin |
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September 07, 2012
LAST DAY TO ADD FULL TERM CLASS. |
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September 07, 2012
LAST DAY FOR REFUND. |
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September 07, 2012
LAST DAY TO RECEIVE A "W" (IN PERSON) |
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September 09, 2012
LAST DAY TO DROP ON LINE |
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October 05, 2012
Last day to Petition for Credit/No-Credit. |
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October 19, 2012
Deadline to Petition for Fall 2012 GRADUATION. |
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November 02, 2012
Last Day for Section Transfer. |
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November 16, 2012
LAST DAY TO WITH "W" (IN PERSON) |
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November 18, 2012
LAST DAY TO DROP ON LINE WITH A "W". |
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December 08, 2012
Classes End. |
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December 10, 2012 - December 15, 2012
FINAL EXAMS |
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December 16, 2012
SEMESTER ENDS |
Calendar of Activities
Grade Distribution
Quizzes = 30 % of your grade
Case Problems = 35 % of your grade
Contracts (6) = 10 % of your grade
Final Contract Project = 10 % of your grade
Forum Discussions - 15 % of your grade
A = 90% or above
B = 80% or above
C = 70% or above
D = 60% or above
C or above is required to pass the class.
Chapter Quizzes
Quiz A - Chp. 10 - Nature & Terminology of Contracts
Quiz B - Chp. 11 - Agreement
Quiz C- Chp.12 - Consideration
Quiz D - Chp. 13 - Capacity
Quiz E - Chp.14- Genuineness of Assent
Quiz F - Chp.15- Statute of Frauds
Quiz G - Chp. 16 - 3rd Party Rights
Quiz H - Chp.17- Performance & Discharge
Quiz I - Chp. 18 - Breach of Contract
Quiz J - Chp. 19 - E-Contracts
Quiz K - Chp. 20 - Formation of Sales & Lease Contracts
Quiz L - Chp. 22 - Remedies for Breach of Sales Agreements
Quiz M- Chp. 24 - Function & Creation of Negotiable Instruments
Test N - Chp. 31- Agency Formation & Duties
Test O - Chp. 21 Title
Test P – Chp. 23 Warranties & Product Liability
Week 1 - Due 9-2-12
Week 2 - Due 9-9-12
- Read Chapter 11 - Agreement
- #1 Chapter 10 - Nature and Terminology
- #2 Chapter 11 - Agreement - Case Problem
- Test #A Nature and Terminology of Contracts Test
- weekly discussion
Week 3 - Due 9-16-12
- Read Chapter 12 - Consideration
- #3 contract #1
- Test #B Agreement Test
- weekly discussion
Week 4 - Due 9-23-12
Week 5 - Due 9-30-12
- Read Chapter 14 - Genuineness of Assent
- #5 Chapter 13
- Test #D Capacity Test
- weekly discussion
Week 6 - Due 10-7-12
- Read Chapter 15 - The Statute of Frauds
- #6 Chapter 14 case problem
- #7 Chapter 15 case problem
- Test #E Assent Test
- weekly discussion
Week 7 - Due 10-14-12
- Read Chapter 16 - Third Party Rights
- #8 Chapter 16 case problem
- #9 contract # 2
- Test #F Statute of Frauds Test
- weekly discussion
Week 8 - Due 10-21-12
- Read Chapter 17 Performance and Discharge
- #10 Chapter 17
- Test #G 3rd Party Rights test
- weekly discussion
Week 9 - Due 10-28-12
- Read Chapter 18 - Breach of Contract
- #11 Chapter 18 case problem
- Test #H Performance and Discharge Test
- weekly discussion
Week 10 - Due 11-4-12
- Read Chapter 19 - E-Contracts
- #12 Chapter 19 case problem
- Test #I Breach of Contract Test
- weekly discussion
Week 11 - Due 11-11-12
- Read Chapter 20 Formation of Sales and Lease Contracts
- #13 Chapter 20 case problem
- #14 - contract #3
- Test # J - E - Contracts Test
- weekly discussion
Week 12 - Due 11-18-12
- Read Chapter 22 Performance and Breach of Sales and Lease Contracts
- #15 Chapter 22
- Test #K Formation of Sales and Lease Contracts Test
- weekly discussion
Week 13 - Due 11-25-12
- Read Chapter 24 - The Function and Creation of Negotiable Instruments
- #16 Chapter 24
- #17 contract #4
- Test #L Remedies for Breach of Sales Agreements Test
- weekly discussion
Week 14 - Due 12-2-12
- Read Chapter 31 - Agency Formation & Duties
- #18 - Contract # 5
- #19 Chapter 31
- Test #M Negotiable Instruments Tests
- weekly discussion
Week 15 - Due 12-9-12
- Read Chapter 21 - Title
- Read Chp. 23 - Warranties & Product Liability
- #20 - contract #6
- #21 Chp. 21 - Title case problem
- Test #N Agency Test
- weekly discussion
Week 16 - Due 12-16-12
- #22 - Chp. 23 - Warranties & Productivity case problem
- #23 - Assignment on Torts/Crimes/Employment Law
- Test #O Title
- Test #P Warranties & Product Liability
- Final Contract Project "invent a Product" (10% of your final grade)
- weekly discussion
updated: 6/29/12
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