3.2

Michelle Reisch

Accounting - East Carolina University

3.2
Quality
3.5
Difficulty
46%
Would Retake
88
Reviews
3.2
Quality
3.5
Difficulty
3.2
Helpful
3.2
Clarity

46%

Would Retake

88

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

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1

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What Students Say

Reisch seems cool but she is a terrible professor

ACCT2521 - 1.0 rating

To start, I am awful at accounting

ACCT2501 - 4.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

50%

Textbook Required

33%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B

95% confidence
Based on 24 grades
Most common grades:
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A (4)
B (3)
Grade Distribution
A(6)B(5)C(2)D(2)F(2)A-/B+(7)
Based on 27 reported grades
A-: 4
A: 4
B: 3
B+: 3
Common Tags
Clear grading criteria (6)
Skip class? You won't pass. (5)
EXTRA CREDIT (4)
LECTURE HEAVY (3)
Participation matters (3)
Lots of homework (3)
Lecture heavy (3)
Tough Grader (2)
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Reviews (88)
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3.0
ACCT2521
Nov 12, 2003

No Comments

2.0
4.0
ACCT2401
Feb 17, 2004

Four different test forms each test.

5.0
3.0
ACCT2401
Feb 27, 2004

Mrs. Reisch is very fair. Of course she has different versions so people can't cheat! If you listen in class and do the work and quizzes you basicly have the test. I would recommend her.

1.0
5.0
ACCT2520
Mar 30, 2004

I HIGHLY do not recommend her

2.0
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ACCT2401
Apr 5, 2004

Talks really fast......hard to follow......doesn't drop anything....goes through material really fast........BAD EXPERIENCE!!

3.0
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ACCT2401
Apr 6, 2004

M. Reisch was a good teacher, she did talk fairly fast, however, she was willing to help you. The material for the class was what made it hard. She was not a bad teacher!!!! I would recommend her!

3.0
4.0
ACCT
Apr 18, 2004

she's not a bad teacher just go to class and study

4.0
3.0
ACCT2401
Apr 19, 2004

Hard class but good teacher. You have take home quizzes that help a lot with the tests.

2.0
5.0
ACCT2401
Apr 25, 2004

Very bad teacher... doesn't explain hard material enough... doesn't realize that not everyone has an MBA.... not very clear with testing... and uses way to many abrivations without explaining enough... find another teacher!!!

2.0
4.0
ACCT2401
May 10, 2004

Very difficult class, and she talks to fast! Take someone else!

1.0
5.0
ACT2401
May 18, 2004

too fast. not clear. do not reccomend. don't take!

1.0
5.0
ACCT2401
Aug 25, 2004

Way too fast, couldn't keep up and didn't understand anything. Try to get someone else I heard her husband is good...

2.0
4.0
ACCT2521
Oct 5, 2004

As an adult student, this professor was too fast. She was sarcastic and she wasn't open to helping her students. She had the attidude of "I've got mine, you have to get yours". She needs to develop people skills and at least pretend she likes

2.0
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ACCT2521
Nov 5, 2004

This professor teaches way too fast. She has a very snobby attitude and does not seem to want to help students who are struggling. DO NOT GET THIS PROFESSOR.

5.0
2.0
ACCT2521
Nov 10, 2004

Good teacher, explains everything in great detail. She goes a little fast for the course I admit. Accounting takes practice outside of class to pass. She provides multiple tools to use to practice such as courspacks, textbook, and practice problems from class

5.0
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ACCT2521
Nov 10, 2004

You guys are so lame. Michelle was a great teacher. Sure, she may have been fast, but if you are having trouble, you should have gone by to see her. Its not HER shortcoming that no one goes by during office hours. Very clear, helpful, & gives hw and quizes to help pad grade. Make sure you study.

5.0
3.0
ACCT2521
Nov 30, 2004

Michelle is a wonderful instructor and an asset to ECU. Sure she may talk just a little fast but if you study and pay attention (you got to go to class) you will do fine. Highly recommended for those going into 2521 next semester.

5.0
1.0
ACCT2521
Dec 6, 2004

Very good teacher. Easy class if you actually go to it and pay attention. Everyone that gave her a bad rating is either stupid, or just didn't go to class, or both. Very nice, helpful, and easy to get in contact with. Teaches very well with a lot of examples and info. I highly recommend her.

2.0
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ACCT2521
Dec 12, 2004

This teacher isn't fooling anyone. The reason she has 4 good ratings is because SHE put them up there herself!! How lame. She found out that students were tellin the truth on here and got upset, def. do not take her!!!!

5.0
2.0
ACCT2521
Dec 14, 2004

Mrs. Reisch was one of my favorite instructors this semester. She makes the material easy to understand and is willing to take the time to work with you. All those writing negative comments on here either didn't study and/or skipped class. Very nice and highly reccomended.

5.0
2.0
ACCT2521
Jan 4, 2005

She is vary good teacher. If you go to class and pay attention you will do fine.

5.0
3.0
ACCT24012521
Feb 16, 2005

A Great teacher. Make no mistake ACCT is a hard course, but Mrs. Reisch is always willing to help and can help you understand the material if you ask when you dont' know things. She test on take-home hw and quizes which she goes over in class. Far more effective teaching Managerial than financial

4.0
3.0
ACCT2521
May 4, 2005

She was a very good teacher. She moved quick, but gave you alot of chances to do good in her class. I got an A and did not make an A on any of her exams during the year.

2.0
2.0
ACCT2521
May 5, 2005

If you like being asked if you have questions then being told she doesn't have time to go over the problems then this is the class for you!

4.0
3.0
ACCT2521
Oct 1, 2005

She's a great prof. She breaks accounting down so that you can understand. I made a "B" on the frist test and I'm not great at math/accounting. She's willing to help if needed and the course pack gives you more than enough examples and practice to use.

4.0
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ACCT2521
Dec 7, 2005

mrs reish will try to explain everything to you as good as possible you have to work in the class no matter who you have... she gives you hw grade and take home quiz grades which help a lot!!!

4.0
4.0
ACCT2521
Dec 15, 2005

The only thing I didn't like about her class is the fact that the problems on the tests were a lot harder than the notes and coursepack problems. Overall she's a good teacher.

4.0
3.0
ACCT2501
Dec 21, 2005

Good teacher. Doing the homework ahead of time, along with the coursepack problems help a bunch! Knows how to explain accounting.

4.0
3.0
ACCOUNTING
Feb 16, 2006

She is a very good teacher. Her notes and examples are extremly helpful. All of her quizzes are take home, those plus the hw helps out your grade! She goes a little fast, but she will go over things if you need her to!

2.0
2.0
ACCT2521
Feb 17, 2006

Rude, don't like her a bit. She's jumped on me 2x for asking questions. I study and have a B. Homework counts 25% of your grade. If you still need a hw assignment just to study, go back to HS. Her quizzes and hw are a complete waste of time. She goes over some hw in class at times but makes you do book to kill time instead of teaching.

5.0
3.0
ACCT2551
Apr 17, 2006

Accounting is not easy stuff, but she makes it pretty clear what you do and don't need to remember. Sometimes moves quickly but lets you catch up. Daily homework and quizzes are given which help your grade if you need it. Index card can be used on final. I would take her again for any accounting class.

5.0
3.0
ACCT2521
Jun 21, 2006

I didn't think I'd like this class, but I actually enjoyed it. Mrs. Reisch is a great teacher and helps you when you get stuck. I'd take her again if I had to!

5.0
3.0
ACCT2521
Dec 11, 2006

She explains everthing to you. She gives you plenty of practice problems in the Course Packet (UBE). You are dont need the book as much as you need to go to class and go though the Packet.

5.0
2.0
ACCT2521
Dec 27, 2006

She is great at explaining things. Attendance is not mandatory but it is tracked. She has a very clear style, take home quizzes, and an excellent course pack at ube. I loved her format: short review of last class, in depth new material, preview of next class. Always willing to help and makes it very practical and helpful!

3.0
3.0
ACCT2521
Dec 30, 2006

ACCT is hard-no matter what; she tries to help you as much we possible. 3 tests, monitors attendance, you get 1 notecard with anything on it for the final. Ended up with a B, I def learned a lot-recommend her.

4.0
3.0
ACCT2521
Mar 3, 2007

i am taking this class online and it is kinda difficult...an assignment and quiz are due each week (no time limit on quizzes). group project. 1 notecard is allowed for the final. answers questions quickly!

5.0
4.0
ACCT2521
Dec 11, 2007

Great teacher. She likes accounting and is very helpful!!

5.0
4.0
ACCT2521
Jun 21, 2008

Very Helpful and fair on projects, even though it was an online class.

5.0
1.0
ACCT2521
Nov 10, 2008

she is a really nice lady. she explains everything very clearly but can move a little fast at times. she is a great teacher and i would totally recommend her.

5.0
4.0
ACCT2521
Dec 9, 2008

Must work hard to achieve an A under this instructor. Instructor's handouts are great at explaining concepts. She responds quickly to e-mails. Very fair teacher. You have to earn your grade under her but can use a notecard on the final:)

5.0
4.0
ACCT2521
May 6, 2009

Subject matter was not easy but this instructor seemed excited about teaching and was very helpful.

5.0
3.0
ACCT2521
Oct 29, 2009

Awesome teacher! The class is tough, but definitely go to class b/c she makes it easier to understand. Her enthusiasm for the subject makes it easier to learn. I'd definitely take another class from her. Exams are tough, but you know exactly what's going to be on them, so just study quite a bit for them and you'll do well.

5.0
1.0
ACCT2521
Jan 15, 2010

It is imperative to understand that she is a person of rigor. She establishes very high standards and rarely ever offers slack to her students. However, she defines her expectations well and her students, with study guides and the course pack, have no reason to not perform well with serious effort. She is awesome. Period.

3.0
3.0
ACCT2521
Mar 24, 2010

Accounting is not easy. Accounting is not fun. It's tedious and hard to understand. You are in good hands with Ms. Reisch. She knows the material 100%, and she is very good at teaching it. Paying attention in class is vital in accounting. Ms Reisch won't let you down, GREAT GREAT TEACHER.

4.0
4.0
ACCT2521
May 2, 2010

Accounting is wicked hard in general, but she does try her hardest to help. I'll probably end up with a C in the class. She seemed to get less patient as the semester went on.

2.0
2.0
ACCT2521
May 5, 2010

Took Acct 2521 online, pretty easy stuff. Spent very little time studying and made A's. She's definitely not the most helpful, though, so be prepared to do it on your own.

4.0
3.0
ACCT2521
Aug 2, 2010

Took 2521 online during the summer. It was pretty much learn it on your own, but she did provide her own word doc with chapter info. All exams were proctored, but for quiz's she let you print them before taking so you should get A's on all quiz's. No Discussion Boards for grades. I would take her again for Accounting.

5.0
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ACCT2521
Oct 22, 2010

Great professor! Accounting is hard by nature, but she teaches the material in a way that makes it easy to remember. She makes a pattern out of it. If you have to take accounting, she is a good one to take it from.

5.0
5.0
ACCT2521
Dec 16, 2010

The course was extremely difficult, but Professor Reisch was always willing to help and she tried to do anything possible to help us out. I will most likely end up with a C, but I enjoyed her class and felt that she was a good professor.

3.0
2.0
ACCT2520
Dec 14, 2011

I took this class online so she basically just sent me the material and key points and I has to teach myself. However, I was able to leave with an A so I can imagine that her in classroom setting would be much more clear!

3.0
3.0
ACCT2521
Oct 18, 2013

Difficult, difficult, and difficult. I don't think the material itself is that complex, but this instructor is difficult.

4.0
3.0
ACCT2501
Grade: B
Feb 27, 2014

To start, I am awful at accounting. Prof Reisch makes it pretty easy to understand though. She goes through and makes a system out of it to make it easier to remember. If you don't understand or need extra examples ask in class or in her office and shes happy to help. She enjoys what she does. 4 tests, online HW and quizzes.

5.0
3.0
ACCT2521
Grade: A-
Dec 11, 2014

Accounting has always been tough for me but Reisch was a great professor. She's very helpful and gives lots of handouts in class to help students understand the material. Homework was tough, but it prepared you really well for tests.

4.0
3.0
ACCT2521
Grade: B
Jun 6, 2015

I loved this class. After having a rough financial accounting course, it was refreshing to have a good accounting teacher. She explained things very clearly and I learned so much from this course. I would definitely take her again.

2.0
4.0
ACCT2521
Grade: B
Nov 5, 2015

SO scatter brained students are constantly correcting her. I basically show up to class then have to reteach myself whatever she taught when I leave class. It's possible to get a good grade in her class but you have to work for it. I do not recommend taking her for accounting.

1.0
5.0
ACCT2521
Dec 17, 2015

I don't think the material is all that difficult but this instructor makes it harder than it should be. She may be ok for face to face classes, but if you can take someone else for DE please do.

2.0
4.0
ACCT2521
Grade: A
Apr 3, 2016

This course is difficult and this professor didn't make it any easier. She was unclear when explaining topics and made it confusing. She would work a problem wrong and go back and fix it. There were three tests and a final and online homework every week. I would suggest taking a different professor.

1.0
5.0
ACCT2521
Grade: C-
Apr 18, 2016

the most unclear and confusing professor I have ever had at ECU. Avoid her at all costs

4.0
2.0
ACCT2521
Grade: A+
May 3, 2016

Financial Accouting was rough for me but managerial was a breeze. I did bad on the first exam but after that I got either a 100 or 95 on the rest of the exams. She is easy going for the most part and will help you if you ask her. Didn't put that much effort in and still got an A.

4.0
3.0
ACCT2521
Grade: B+
May 4, 2016

The semester started off a little shaky, but things start to improve after the first two exams. Some topics are presented in a way that is clearer than others. Practice is key to doing well! You have to put in the work necessary to get the grade you want.

1.0
5.0
ACCT2521
Grade: Incomplete
Sep 22, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Ms. Reisch is by far the worst Professor i have ever had. for an hour and fifteen minute class she lectures the entire time, and rarely does any examples. She is rudest teacher and she does not respect anything you have to say. She does things her way and she expect you to know how to do everything the way she views it. DO NOT TAKE HER EVER!

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
2.0
ACCT2521
Nov 1, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Ms. Reisch seems cool but she is a terrible professor. I would not take her class. For students with no accounting background this class will be difficult. For students with any accounting background you will probably know more than her, as I did. Good woman, terrible professor.

LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
ACCT2521
Grade: A
Dec 4, 2016
Would take again

This class wasn't as difficult as the other reviews say. Accounting is a subject that takes a lot of practice. I went to class every day even though there is not an attendance grade. If the class average is not very good, she will curve the tests. There is also extra credit at the end. Go to class, read, and practice. You'll be fine.

Skip class? You won't pass.
EXTRA CREDIT
2.0
4.0
ACCT2501
Grade: B-
Dec 7, 2016
Wouldn't take again

This class was fairly difficult for people who don't do well at accounting anyways. She assumes that every student in the class should be experts at it. The way she explains topics can be really confusing and you're better of teaching yourself. I know others in the class got A's but plenty also got really low grades. You have to practice alot.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
4.0
4.0
ACCT2501
Grade: A+
Dec 8, 2016
Would take again

Weekly HW & quiz, 3 tests, final exam. She gives great notes, video lectures, tons of non-graded practice, and exam study guides. I received an A+ but I did everything she posted. Class is not hard at all but you have to practice Accounting. She is clear and sends weekly update emails. If you do bad then it's your own fault. Great online experience

Clear grading criteria
TEST HEAVY
4.0
4.0
ACCT2521
Grade: B-
Dec 13, 2016
Would take again

This class was difficult for me after breezing through Financial Accounting. Weekly HW's and quizzes with 3 proctored tests and a proctored final. There are plenty of practice problems available as well as recorded lectures.

Get ready to read
TEST HEAVY
4.0
4.0
ACCT2521
Dec 14, 2016
Would take again

She's a good teacher , just make sure you show up for class . Not a lot of homework.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
3.0
ACCT2521
Grade: A
Mar 17, 2017
Would take again

We had: 10 quizzes, 3 Proctored Tests, 1 Proctored Final, 10 Chapter HWS, and 9 LSM HWS. Overall easy class, it's laid out well and all assignments make the tests easier. Study and the exams are a piece of cake! Take Her!

Clear grading criteria
3.0
3.0
ACCT2521
Grade: A-
Apr 5, 2017
Would take again

Accounting is very tough she's a decent professor for it just very boring.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
4.0
ACCT2521
Dec 6, 2017
Wouldn't take again

The homework isn't bad. The tests are a little tough. This class takes effort to pass. Exams are proctored.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tests are tough
4.0
3.0
ACCT2521
Grade: B+
Dec 15, 2017
Would take again

This was a solid choice for ACCT 2521. Reisch provided video recordings and other material that accompany the book and is helpful. There are 3 tests, 1 Final, quizzes, one participation assignment, Learnsmart homework, and Connect homework. The homework is very simple. The quizzes and tests are not much more difficult if you read the book.

EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
4.0
ACCT2521
Mar 30, 2018
Would take again

3 tests worth 12%, online quizzes 12%, attendance/participation 6%, Hw reading 6%, Hw connect assignments 10%, final exam 30%. This class is very challenging and she is a fine professor for the class. She doesn't teach the material that well but I just make sure to copy all of her work down and teach myself it later. I would take her again

3.0
3.0
ACCT3621
Grade: B+
Apr 29, 2019
Would take again

Mrs. Reisch is very nice, but she struggles with teaching the material. It's only her 2nd time teaching Cost ACCT but it was really hard to learn from someone who doesn't completely know the material. Luckily, cost is not too hard so teaching yourself wasn't terrible. She will work with you if you care about your grade and she sees your effort!

Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
ACCT3621
Grade: D+
Dec 9, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She is one of the worst professors I have ever had. She flush through the material, she doesnt give you formulas and makes the material way harder than it actually is the way she teaches it. The exam questions are nothing like the homework and quizzes and she makes the easily calculable answers the other options so its very easy to fail.

Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
ACCT2521
Apr 30, 2021
Wouldn't take again

she is not much of a "teacher" considering you have to teach yourself everything. If you want to do well in her class you better hope you are naturally gifted at accounting

Get ready to read
1.0
5.0
ACCT2521
Dec 10, 2021
Wouldn't take again

very difficult teacher. U can tell she really doesnt care about the students. She keeps saying in class that everyone does well on quizzes & homework but bad at tests Bc they cheat, I actually do them but use my notes sometimes and still get horrible grades on her tests. Her tests are completely different and you basically have to teach yourself.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
ACCT2521
Grade: A-
Dec 11, 2021
Would take again

Gives you the tools you need to pass. Tests arent exact same as quizzes but same concept /format

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
ACCT2521
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 14, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Feel like I learned nothing. Very rushed and didn't know how to teach the material. Often talked about students being the problem without taking any blame to self. Complete different format on tests than assignments. Failed to adapt teaching due to covid-19. The majority is self-taught and will rarely answer your emails

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
ACCT2521
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2021
Would take again

Best online class I've had at ECU. Records lectures for difficult topics. Requires access code(text optional). The SmartBook assignments mean you can skip the reading. To master material, you should do the no-credit optional assignments. Not an easy subject, but gives extra credit opps. Great communication & provides the tools to succeed.

Lots of homework
Inspirational
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
5.0
ACCT2521
Apr 21, 2023

Terrible professor. DO NOT TAKE WITH REISCH.

Test heavy
1.0
5.0
ACCT2521
Grade: D
Dec 8, 2023

Do not take class with Michelle Reisch. One of the worst instructors!

5.0
3.0
ACCT2521
Grade: A-
Dec 13, 2024
Would take again

Professor Reisch is an amazing professor for ACCT 2521. She can be a little be fast at time but don't be afraid to ask questions. Cannot stress enough, pay attention in class and try on the homework and in class problems and you will be good to go. 10/10 Professor.

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
ACCT2401
Grade: F
Feb 27, 2025

This teacher is awful, not only did she XF (cheating on exams literally due to eye movement) many students but she had no proof to support this. She does not care about her students and giving second chances or believing students. She does not care if you fail and will not work with you. She stalks her lockdown browser exams waiting for eyes tomove

1.0
5.0
ACCT2401
Grade: F
Feb 27, 2025

TERRIBLE. Do not take her I am trying to help you. You will either get in trouble or get points taken off because you did not follow her 100 instructions to use before the lockdown browser. Many of me and my classmates are no longer in her class because she failed us all. She is not a good teacher.

2.0
4.0
ACCT2521
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 18, 2025
Would take again

She post videos on the subject that do not align with the homework or quizzes that are fast and abbreviated. I have had to mainly teach myself everything. Exams are lockdown browser with webcam and she goes back and watches them to make sure nobody was cheating. Take the time to learn the material and practice before exams and you will do good.

1.0
5.0
ACCOUNTING
Mar 27, 2025

Do not take this class if you look away from the test for 10 seconds she's going to Xf you and say you were “cheating”

1.0
5.0
ACCOUNTING
Apr 17, 2025

Teacher doesn't care for her students be prepared to get a Xf for looking away from the computer for 5 seconds

1.0
5.0
ACCT2521
Grade: C+
Jul 31, 2025

Tests barely matched homework and quizzes. Hard to study for.

Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

50%

Textbook Required

33%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B

95% confidence
Based on 24 grades
Most common grades:
A- (4)
A (4)
B (3)
Grade Distribution
A(6)B(5)C(2)D(2)F(2)A-/B+(7)
Based on 27 reported grades
A-: 4
A: 4
B: 3
B+: 3
Common Tags
Clear grading criteria (6)
Skip class? You won't pass. (5)
EXTRA CREDIT (4)
LECTURE HEAVY (3)
Participation matters (3)
Lots of homework (3)
Lecture heavy (3)
Tough Grader (2)
Rating Trend

Declining

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5.0

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3.5

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3.5

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ACCT

3.0

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ACT2401

5.0

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4.2

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4.0

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4.0

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