Illustrative Math Alignment: Grade 7 Unit 8
Probability and Sampling
Lesson 6: Estimating Probabilities Using Simulation
Use the following Media4Math resources with this Illustrative Math lesson.
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Math Example--Probability Concepts--The Probability of Independent Events--Example 9 | Math Example--Probability Concepts--The Probability of Independent Events--Example 9TopicProbability and Statistics |
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MATH EXAMPLES--Teacher's Guide: Probability | MATH EXAMPLES--Teacher's Guide: Probability
This set of tutorials provides 28 examples of how to solve probability problems. This is part of a collection of teacher's guides. To see the complete collection of teacher's guides, click on this link. Note: The download is a PDF file.Related ResourcesTo see resources related to this topic click on the Related Resources tab above. |
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Math in the News: Issue 65--Tracking Hurricane Sandy | Math in the News: Issue 65--Tracking Hurricane Sandy
October 2012. In this issue of Math in the News, we look at probability maps that predict landfall and storm surge for Hurricane Sandy. This provides a real-world opportunity for data analysis. This is part of the Math in the News collection. To see the complete collection, click on this link. Note: The download is a PPT file.Related ResourcesTo see resources related to this topic click on the Related Resources tab above. |
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Math in the News: Issue 7--Texas Wildfires | Math in the News: Issue 7--Texas Wildfires
5/2/11. In this issue we explore the wildfires in Texas. In particular, we conduct random walk simulations as a tool for predicting the path of a wildfire. This is part of the Math in the News collection. To see the complete collection, click on this link. Note: The download is a PPT file.Related ResourcesTo see resources related to this topic click on the Related Resources tab above. |
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Math Simulation: Probability: Card Shuffle 2 | Math Simulation: Probability: Card Shuffle
In this simulation, draw two random playing cards. Use this to run card game simulations that involve compound probability. One lesson tutorial uses this simulation: Lesson —Click on Preview to launch the simulation— |
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Math Simulation: Probability: Card Shuffle 3 | Math Simulation: Probability: Card Shuffle
In this simulation, simulate a round of poker. Use this to run card game simulations that involve compound probability. Note: the download provides instructions on using this game. —Click on Preview to launch the simulation— |
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Math Simulation: Probability: Card Shuffle 3 (Mobile) | Math Simulation: Probability: Card Shuffle
In this simulation, simulate a round of poker. Use this to run card game simulations that involve compound probability. This is the mobile version of the desktop simulation and is optimized for use on a phone. Note: the download provides instructions on using this game. —Click on Preview to launch the simulation— |
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Math Simulation: Probability: Rolling One Die | Math Simulation: Probability: Rolling One Die
Use this Math Simulation to have students conduct probability experiments. In this Simulation one die is rolled. The Simulation tracks the following data: Total Number of Rolls, Number of occurrences of 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6. The Teacher's Guide provides additional resources for students to conduct their experiments. This is part of a collection of math games and interactives. To see the complete collection of the games, click on this link. Note: The download is the teacher's guide.Related ResourcesTo see additional resources on this topic, click on the Related Resources tab. |
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Math Simulation: Probability: Rolling One Number Cube | Math Simulation: Probability: Rolling One Number Cube
Use this Math Simulation to have students conduct probability experiments. In this Simulation one number cube is rolled. The Simulation tracks the following data: Total Number of Rolls, Number of occurrences of 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6. The Teacher's Guide provides additional resources for students to conduct their experiments. This is part of a collection of math games and interactives. To see the complete collection of the games, click on this link. Note: The download is the teacher's guide.Related ResourcesTo see additional resources on this topic, click on the Related Resources tab. |
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Math Simulation: Probability: Rolling Two Dice | Math Simulation: Probability: Rolling Two Dice
Use this Math Simulation to have students conduct probability experiments. In this Simulation two dice are rolled. The Simulation tracks the following data: Total Number of Rolls, Number of occurrences of 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12. The Teacher's Guide provides additional resources for students to conduct their experiments. This is part of a collection of math games and interactives. To see the complete collection of the games, click on this link. Note: The download is the teacher's guide.Related ResourcesTo see additional resources on this topic, click on the Related Resources tab. |
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Math Simulation: Probability: Rolling Two Number Cubes | Math Simulation: Probability: Rolling Two Number Cubes
Use this Math Simulation to have students conduct probability experiments. In this Simulation two number cubes are rolled. The Simulation tracks the following data: Total Number of Rolls, Number of occurrences of 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12. The Teacher's Guide provides additional resources for students to conduct their experiments. This is part of a collection of math games and interactives. To see the complete collection of the games, click on this link. Note: The download is the teacher's guide.Related ResourcesTo see additional resources on this topic, click on the Related Resources tab. |
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Math Simulation: Probability: Spinners--Fifths | Math Simulation: Probability: Spinners--Fifths
Use this Math Simulation to have students conduct probability experiments. In this Simulation a 5-section Spinner is used. The Simulation tracks the following data: Total Number of Spins, Number of occurrences of 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5. The Teacher's Guide provides additional resources for students to conduct their experiments. This is part of a collection of math games and interactives. To see the complete collection of the games, click on this link. Note: The download is the teacher's guide.Related ResourcesTo see additional resources on this topic, click on the Related Resources tab. |
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Math Simulation: Probability: Spinners--Fourths | Math Simulation: Probability: Spinners--Fourths
Use this Math Simulation to have students conduct probability experiments. In this Simulation a 4-section Spinner is used. The Simulation tracks the following data: Total Number of Spins, Number of occurrences of 1, 2, 3, and 4. The Teacher's Guide provides additional resources for students to conduct their experiments. This is part of a collection of math games and interactives. To see the complete collection of the games, click on this link. Note: The download is the teacher's guide.Related ResourcesTo see additional resources on this topic, click on the Related Resources tab. |
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Math Simulation: Probability: Spinners--Halves | Math Simulation: Probability: Spinners--Halves
Use this Math Simulation to have students conduct probability experiments. In this Simulation a 2-section Spinner is used. The Simulation tracks the following data: Total Number of Spins, Number of occurrences of 1 and 2. The Teacher's Guide provides additional resources for students to conduct their experiments. This is part of a collection of math games and interactives. To see the complete collection of the games, click on this link. Note: The download is the teacher's guide.Related ResourcesTo see additional resources on this topic, click on the Related Resources tab. |
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Math Simulation: Probability: Spinners--Sixths | Math Simulation: Probability: Spinners--Sixths
Use this Math Simulation to have students conduct probability experiments. In this Simulation a 6-section Spinner is used. The Simulation tracks the following data: Total Number of Spins, Number of occurrences of 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6. The Teacher's Guide provides additional resources for students to conduct their experiments. This is part of a collection of math games and interactives. To see the complete collection of the games, click on this link. Note: The download is the teacher's guide.Related ResourcesTo see additional resources on this topic, click on the Related Resources tab. |
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Math Simulation: Probability: Spinners--Thirds | Math Simulation: Probability: Spinners--Thirds
Use this Math Simulation to have students conduct probability experiments. In this Simulation a 3-section Spinner is used. The Simulation tracks the following data: Total Number of Spins, Number of occurrences of 1, 2, and 3. The Teacher's Guide provides additional resources for students to conduct their experiments. This is part of a collection of math games and interactives. To see the complete collection of the games, click on this link. Note: The download is the teacher's guide.Related ResourcesTo see additional resources on this topic, click on the Related Resources tab. |
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Math Simulation: Probability: Tossing One Coin | Math Simulation: Probability: Tossing One Coin
Use this Math Simulation to have students conduct probability experiments. In this Simulation one coin is tossed. The Simulation tracks the following data: Total Number of Coin Tosses, Number of occurrences of Heads and Tails. The Teacher's Guide provides additional resources for students to conduct their experiments. This is part of a collection of math games and interactives. To see the complete collection of the games, click on this link. Note: The download is the teacher's guide.Related ResourcesTo see additional resources on this topic, click on the Related Resources tab. |
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Math Simulation: Probability: Tossing Three Coins | Math Simulation: Probability: Tossing Three Coins
Use this Math Simulation to have students conduct probability experiments. In this Simulation three coins are tossed. The Simulation tracks the following data: Total Number of Coin Tosses, Number of occurrences of HHH, HHT, HTH, THH, HTT, THT, TTH, and TTT. The Teacher's Guide provides additional resources for students to conduct their experiments. This is part of a collection of math games and interactives. To see the complete collection of the games, click on this link. Note: The download is the teacher's guide.Related ResourcesTo see additional resources on this topic, click on the Related Resources tab. |
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Video Transcript: Algebra Nspirations: Data Analysis and Probability | Video Transcript: Algebra Nspirations: Data Analysis and Probability
This is the transcript for the video of same title. Video contents: What are the two meanings of statistics? What does it really mean that an event has a 50% probability of occurring? Why are data analysis and probability always taught together? Written and hosted by internationally acclaimed math educator Dr. Monica Neagoy, this video answers these questions and addresses fundamental concepts such as the law of large numbers and the notion of regression analysis. Both engaging investigations are based on true stories and real data, utilize different TI-Nspire iPad Applications, and model the seamless connection among various problem representations. Concepts explored: statistics, data analysis, regression analysis |
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Video Transcript: Algebra Nspirations: Data Analysis and Probability, 1 | Video Transcript: Algebra Nspirations: Data Analysis and Probability, Part 1
This is the transcript for the video of same title. Video contents: In this Investigation we explore uncertainty and randomness. This is part of a collection of video transcript from the Algebra Nspirations video series. To see the complete collection of transcripts, click on this link. Note: The download is a PDF file. Video Transcript LibraryTo see the complete collection of video transcriptsy, click on this link. |
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Video Transcript: Algebra Nspirations: Data Analysis and Probability, 2 | Video Transcript: Algebra Nspirations: Data Analysis and Probability, Part 2
This is the transcript for the video of same title. Video contents: In this Math Lab a hands-on probability activity involving coins is explored. This is part of a collection of video transcript from the Algebra Nspirations video series. To see the complete collection of transcripts, click on this link. Note: The download is a PDF file. Video Transcript LibraryTo see the complete collection of video transcriptsy, click on this link. |
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Video Transcript: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: A Probability Simulation of Rolling Two Dice Multiple Times (with Histogram) | Video Transcript: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: A Probability Simulation of Rolling Two Dice Multiple Times (with Histogram)
This is the transcript for the TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial entitled, A Probability Simulation of Rolling Two Dice Multiple Times (with Histogram). This is part of a collection of video transcripts for the video tutorial series on using the TI-Nspire Graphing Calculator. To see the complete collection of transcripts, click on this link. Note: The download is a PDF file. Video Transcript LibraryTo see the complete collection of video transcriptsy, click on this link. |
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Video Transcript: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: A Probability Simulation of Tossing Two Coins Multiple Times (with Bar Graph) | Video Transcript: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: A Probability Simulation of Tossing Two Coins Multiple Times (with Bar Graph)
This is the transcript for the TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial entitled, A Probability Simulation of Tossing Two Coins Multiple Times (with Bar Graph). This is part of a collection of video transcripts for the video tutorial series on using the TI-Nspire Graphing Calculator. To see the complete collection of transcripts, click on this link. Note: The download is a PDF file. Video Transcript LibraryTo see the complete collection of video transcriptsy, click on this link. |
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VIDEO: Algebra Nspirations: Data Analysis and Probability, 1 | VIDEO: Algebra Nspirations: Data Analysis and Probability, Segment 1
What are the two meanings of statistics? What does it really mean that an event has a 50% probability of occurring? Why are data analysis and probability always taught together? Written and hosted by internationally acclaimed math educator Dr. Monica Neagoy, this video answers these questions and addresses fundamental concepts such as the law of large numbers and the notion of regression analysis. Both engaging investigations are based on true stories and real data, utilize different Nspire applications, and model the seamless connection among various problem representations. Concepts explored: statistics, data analysis, regression analysis. |
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VIDEO: Algebra Nspirations: Data Analysis and Probability, 2 | VIDEO: Algebra Nspirations: Data Analysis and Probability, Segment 2
What are the two meanings of statistics? What does it really mean that an event has a 50% probability of occurring? Why are data analysis and probability always taught together? Written and hosted by internationally acclaimed math educator Dr. Monica Neagoy, this video answers these questions and addresses fundamental concepts such as the law of large numbers and the notion of regression analysis. Both engaging investigations are based on true stories and real data, utilize different Nspire applications, and model the seamless connection among various problem representations. Concepts explored: statistics, data analysis, regression analysis. |
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VIDEO: Algebra Nspirations: Data Analysis and Probability, 3 | VIDEO: Algebra Nspirations: Data Analysis and Probability, Segment 3
What are the two meanings of statistics? What does it really mean that an event has a 50% probability of occurring? Why are data analysis and probability always taught together? Written and hosted by internationally acclaimed math educator Dr. Monica Neagoy, this video answers these questions and addresses fundamental concepts such as the law of large numbers and the notion of regression analysis. Both engaging investigations are based on true stories and real data, utilize different Nspire applications, and model the seamless connection among various problem representations. Concepts explored: statistics, data analysis, regression analysis. |
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VIDEO: Algebra Nspirations: Data Analysis and Probability, 4 | VIDEO: Algebra Nspirations: Data Analysis and Probability, Segment 4
What are the two meanings of statistics? What does it really mean that an event has a 50% probability of occurring? Why are data analysis and probability always taught together? Written and hosted by internationally acclaimed math educator Dr. Monica Neagoy, this video answers these questions and addresses fundamental concepts such as the law of large numbers and the notion of regression analysis. Both engaging investigations are based on true stories and real data, utilize different Nspire applications, and model the seamless connection among various problem representations. Concepts explored: statistics, data analysis, regression analysis. |
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VIDEO: Ti-Nspire Mini-Tutorial, Video 35 | VIDEO: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: A Probability Simulation of Rolling Two Dice Multiple Times (with Histogram)
In this TI Nspire tutorialthe Spreadsheet and Statistics windows are used to create a probability simulation of tossing two dice. This video supports the TI-Nspire Clickpad and Touchpad. |
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VIDEO: Ti-Nspire Mini-Tutorial, Video 37 | VIDEO: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: A Probability Simulation of Tossing Two Coins Multiple Times (with Bar Graph)
In this TI Nspire tutorial, the Spreadsheet and Statistics windows are used to create a probability simulation of tossing two coins. This video supports the TI-Nspire Clickpad and Touchpad. |
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Worksheet: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: A Probability Simulation of Rolling Two Dice Multiple Times (with Histogram) | Worksheet: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: A Probability Simulation of Rolling Two Dice Multiple Times (with Histogram)
This is part of a collection of math worksheets on the use of the TI-Nspire graphing calculator. Each worksheet supports a companion TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial video. It provides all the keystrokes for the activity. To see the complete worksheet collection on this topic, click on this link. Note: The download is a PDF file.Related ResourcesTo see additional resources on this topic, click on the Related Resources tab.Worksheet LibraryTo see the complete collection of Worksheets, click on this link. |
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Worksheet: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: A Probability Simulation of Tossing a Coin Multiple Times (with Bar Graph) | Worksheet: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: A Probability Simulation of Tossing a Coin Multiple Times (with Bar Graph)
This is part of a collection of math worksheets on the use of the TI-Nspire graphing calculator. Each worksheet supports a companion TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial video. It provides all the keystrokes for the activity. To see the complete worksheet collection on this topic, click on this link. Note: The download is a PDF file.Related ResourcesTo see additional resources on this topic, click on the Related Resources tab.Worksheet LibraryTo see the complete collection of Worksheets, click on this link. |
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Worksheet: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: A Probability Simulation of Tossing Two Coins Multiple Times (with Bar Graph) | Worksheet: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: A Probability Simulation of Tossing Two Coins Multiple Times (with Bar Graph)
This is part of a collection of math worksheets on the use of the TI-Nspire graphing calculator. Each worksheet supports a companion TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial video. It provides all the keystrokes for the activity. To see the complete worksheet collection on this topic, click on this link. Note: The download is a PDF file.Related ResourcesTo see additional resources on this topic, click on the Related Resources tab.Worksheet LibraryTo see the complete collection of Worksheets, click on this link. |
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Worksheet: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: Creating a Histogram | Worksheet: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: Creating a Histogram
This is part of a collection of math worksheets on the use of the TI-Nspire graphing calculator. Each worksheet supports a companion TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial video. It provides all the keystrokes for the activity. To see the complete worksheet collection on this topic, click on this link. Note: The download is a PDF file.Related ResourcesTo see additional resources on this topic, click on the Related Resources tab.Worksheet LibraryTo see the complete collection of Worksheets, click on this link. |
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Worksheet: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: Creating a Random Number Table | Worksheet: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: Creating a Random Number Table
This is part of a collection of math worksheets on the use of the TI-Nspire graphing calculator. Each worksheet supports a companion TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial video. It provides all the keystrokes for the activity. To see the complete worksheet collection on this topic, click on this link. Note: The download is a PDF file.Related ResourcesTo see additional resources on this topic, click on the Related Resources tab.Worksheet LibraryTo see the complete collection of Worksheets, click on this link. |
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Worksheet: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: Finding the Mean of a Data List | Worksheet: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: Finding the Mean of a Data List
This is part of a collection of math worksheets on the use of the TI-Nspire graphing calculator. Each worksheet supports a companion TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial video. It provides all the keystrokes for the activity. To see the complete worksheet collection on this topic, click on this link. Note: The download is a PDF file.Related ResourcesTo see additional resources on this topic, click on the Related Resources tab.Worksheet LibraryTo see the complete collection of Worksheets, click on this link. |
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Worksheet: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: Finding the Median of a Data List | Worksheet: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: Finding the Median of a Data List
This is part of a collection of math worksheets on the use of the TI-Nspire graphing calculator. Each worksheet supports a companion TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial video. It provides all the keystrokes for the activity. To see the complete worksheet collection on this topic, click on this link. Note: The download is a PDF file.Related ResourcesTo see additional resources on this topic, click on the Related Resources tab.Worksheet LibraryTo see the complete collection of Worksheets, click on this link. |
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Worksheet: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: Graphing a Box-and-Whisker Plot | Worksheet: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: Graphing a Box-and-Whisker Plot
This is part of a collection of math worksheets on the use of the TI-Nspire graphing calculator. Each worksheet supports a companion TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial video. It provides all the keystrokes for the activity. To see the complete worksheet collection on this topic, click on this link. Note: The download is a PDF file.Related ResourcesTo see additional resources on this topic, click on the Related Resources tab.Worksheet LibraryTo see the complete collection of Worksheets, click on this link. |
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Worksheet: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: Graphing a Scatterplot Using a Graphs and Geometry Window | Worksheet: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: Graphing a Scatterplot Using a Graphs and Geometry Window
This is part of a collection of math worksheets on the use of the TI-Nspire graphing calculator. Each worksheet supports a companion TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial video. It provides all the keystrokes for the activity. To see the complete worksheet collection on this topic, click on this link. Note: The download is a PDF file.Related ResourcesTo see additional resources on this topic, click on the Related Resources tab.Worksheet LibraryTo see the complete collection of Worksheets, click on this link. |
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Worksheet: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: Graphing a Scatterplot Using a Statistics Window | Worksheet: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: Graphing a Scatterplot Using a Statistics Window
This is part of a collection of math worksheets on the use of the TI-Nspire graphing calculator. Each worksheet supports a companion TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial video. It provides all the keystrokes for the activity. To see the complete worksheet collection on this topic, click on this link. Note: The download is a PDF file.Related ResourcesTo see additional resources on this topic, click on the Related Resources tab.Worksheet LibraryTo see the complete collection of Worksheets, click on this link. |
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