Employee Motivation on Organizational Performance In Selected Information Technology Support Service Companies In Kampala, Uganda

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Sabiiti Mulema

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The purpose of this study is to establish the impact of employee motivation on organizational performance in Information Technology Support Service Companies in Kampala, Uganda. It focused on a case of three selected information technology support service companies; Iwat Solutions, Mercury Group and Sky Hi Technology. The objectives of the study were; (1) To evaluate the relationship between employee motivation and organizational performance, (2) To assess the relationship between employee motivation and employee commitment and (3) To determine the major factors that increase employee motivation in Iwat Solutions, Mercury Group and Sky Hi Technology. This study employed descriptive research and cross-sectional design. Existing literature was used. Simple random sampling and purposive sampling were used to select respondents. Interviews were used as techniques of data collection, while questionnaire and interview guides were used as data collection instruments. The data collected is both quantitative and qualitative. The study population of 96 employees gave the sample size of 77 respondents based on slovin formula. The major findings of the study indicated that there is a positive relationship between motivation of employee and organizational performance (r = 0.290, P-value < 0.05), positive relationship between employee motivation and employee commitment (r = 0.372, P-value < 0.01), and a linear relationship (F = 3.520, Sig =.036^b) between employee motivation and employee commitment with organizational performance as in line with the bio-data. Employee motivation and employee commitment greatly explained organizational performance, employee motivation with a Beta = .229, followed by employee commitment with a Beta = .162 Major recommendations which should be adopted include; Managers should go for special in-service training in employee motivation and employees` involvement in policy formulation, further research should be carried out in other information technology support service Organizations in order to find out most of the factors affecting employee motivation and Organizational performance.

Key words: Employee motivation, Organizational performance, Employee commitment, Information technology and Support Service.

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Mulema, S. (2019). Employee Motivation on Organizational Performance In Selected Information Technology Support Service Companies In Kampala, Uganda. International Journal of Science and Business, 3(4), 161-174.   doi: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3362940

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Sabiiti Mulema, MBA-Management, St. Augustine International University, Bunga Hill, Kampala-Uganda.

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3362940

The Presidential Order and Challenges of the Maritime Sector in Nigeria

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OBED B.C. NDIKOM & BUHARI SODIQ OLUSEGUN

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This paper evaluated the 2017 Presidential order and the challenges of the Nigeria Maritime Sector as it hampered the smooth, efficient and effective running of the activities within the maritime sector. These challenges ranges from operational delays, marine theft or robbery, hijacking or kidnapping, piracy, militancy, illegal maritime operations and the likes. The implications are enormous as they have over the years significantly impacted negatively on critical sector of the economy ranging from transportation, production, oil and gas sectors and more importantly, threatened the growth and advancement of the regional maritime trade. This paper adopted several literatures and from their assessment and analysis, it was found that, significant relationship existed between the presidential order and the ease of doing business within the maritime sector. The study also found that there is a significant relationship between the presidential order and infrastructural development of the maritime sub-systems. It was also recommended that going forward, government’s approach to maritime policies and issues should be devoid of any form of ad-hoc, fire brigade or kill-and –go methods that have never helped us in this part of the globe. Hence, stakeholders’ engagement is dimmed necessary for an effective, efficient and sustainable maritime security and safety to prompt maritime operational activities.

Key words: Maritime Sector, Presidential order, Economy, Business.

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OBED B.C. NDIKOM & BUHARI SODIQ OLUSEGUN (2019). The Presidential Order and Challenges of the Maritime Sector in Nigeria. International Journal of Science and Business, 3(4), 117-133.   doi: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3352158

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OBED B.C. NDIKOM (Ph.D) Department of Maritime Management Technology, School of Management Technology, Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria.

 BUHARI SODIQ OLUSEGUN (Corresponding Author), Department of Maritime Transport and Business Studies, Federal College of Fisheries and Marine Technology, Victoria Island, Lagos State, Nigeria.

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3352158

Do job training and work environment affect the performance of weavers?

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Maretta Ginting, Afridayanti Surbakti, Afandi Sembiring & Muhammad Dharma Tuah Putra Nasution

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This study purpose to determine the effect of job training and work environment on the performance of Uis Karo weavers in Merek sub-district, Karo Regency. This study uses descriptive quantitative research methods. The population in this study was Uis Karo weavers in Merek sub-district, Karo Regency, using saturated sampling techniques and obtained a sample of 39 people. Data analysis techniques used the classical assumption test, multiple linear regression analysis, t-test, f-test, and coefficient of determination. The results showed that partially, the Job Training and Work Environment variables each had a significant effect on the performance of weavers with a significance value of 0.049 and 0,000. The simultaneous test shows that the Job Training and Work Environment variables have a significant influence on the performance of Uis Karo weavers in the Merek sub-district, Karo Regency with a significance value below 0.05, which is 0,000. The value of the coefficient of determination is 0.773, meaning that the contribution of the variable Job Training and Work Environment affects the Performance variable of 77.3%, while the remaining 22.7% is another independent variable which is not examined in this study such as the wage system, leadership and work discipline. Based on the research findings, it was concluded that the variable Job Training and Work Environment simultaneously affected the Weaver’s Performance.

Key words: Job Training, Work Environment and Performance, Weavers.

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Islam, R., Islam, S. & Sharif, A. (2019). Relationship between Liquidity and Profitability: A Study on Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd. International Journal of Science and Business, 3(4), 154-160.   doi: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3351518

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Maretta Ginting, (Corresponding Author) Department of Management, STIE IBBI, Medan,      North Sumatra, Indonesia.

Afridayanti Surbakti, Politeknik MBP, Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia.

Afandi Sembiring, STIE IBBI, Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia.

Muhammad Dharma Tuah Putra Nasution, Universitas Pembangunan Panca Budi,     Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia.

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Relationship between Liquidity and Profitability: A Study on Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

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Rakibul Islam, Shamima Islam & Md. Azmir Sharif

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This study has examined the relationship between liquidity and profitability of Beximco Pharmaceuticals ltd. in Bangladesh. In a competitive business world, the financial position always is fluctuated due to ability to meet short term along with long term financial obligation and also collect required fund those are more or less depend on earning capacity of the company. So far I know, very few analytical studies regarding this issue still have been conducted on Beximco Pharmaceuticals. So that I’ve desired to study on this topic is to focus on the relationship of liquidity & profitability from accounting point of view. In assessing the impact of liquidity Beximco’s profitability, I have used secondary sources to obtain data from Beximco’s annual report and also through internet. Results are obtained from using required ratios. The study reveals that there are both positive and negative relationship between liquidity and profitability. It is hoped that this study will draw attention for further study to improve the financial condition of Beximco by creating different upgraded opportunities in trading system to have a better & striking economy for our country. This study will be pretty useful to the business organizations i.e. how to maintain balanced liquidity as they are using debt and equity finance.

Key words: Beixmco Pharmaceuticals, Liquidity, Profitability, Ratios, Stakeholders.

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Islam, R., Islam, S. & Sharif, M. A. (2019). Relationship between Liquidity and Profitability: A Study on Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd. International Journal of Science and Business, 3(4), 145-153.   doi: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3351502

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Rakibul Islam, (Corresponding Author) Lecturer in Accounting, Department of Business         Administration, Bangladesh Army University of Science and Technology (BAUST), Saidpur Cantonment, Nilphamari, Bangladesh.

Shamima Islam, Lecturer in Finance, Department of Business Administration, Bangladesh               Army University of Science and Technology (BAUST), Saidpur Cantonment, Nilphamari, Bangladesh.

Md. Azmir Sharif, Lecturer in Accounting, Department of Mechanical Engineering, City        University, Savar, Bangladesh.

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Does Information Technology Help Fish Marketing? A Review for A Preferability Fish Marketing in North Sumatera, Indonesia

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Arsyad Lubis, Muhammad Akbar Siregar, Maksyum Syahri Lubis & Andre Hasudungan Lubis

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The integration of Information Technology in fish marketing has become a neglected issue in North Sumatera, Indonesia. As located in the Malacca Strait and the Indian Ocean, the territorial waters of North Sumatra expect to bring many benefits to both community and government in the fisheries sector. Marketing as the part of a business to interact the producers and consumers is required to achieve optimal utilization in managing fisheries catches for marine products Marketing Mix as the tactical marketing tools can be applied into IT applications and tools. Promotion, Product, Place, Price, Process, People and Physical Evidence as the 7Ps of Marketing Mix has been touched by the fashion of this technology. This paper proposed five stages should carry out to fulfil an IT–integration fish marketing. Literature review and concepts regarding the relationship between IT tools and fish marketing are critically assessed.

Key words: Information Technology, Fisheries, Fish Marketing, Marketing Mix, North Sumatra.

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Arsyad Lubis, Muhammad Akbar Siregar, Maksyum Syahri Lubis & Andre Hasudungan Lubis (2019). Does Information Technology Help Fish Marketing? A Review for A Preferability Fish Marketing in North Sumatera, Indonesia. International Journal of Science and Business, 3(4), 105-115.   doi: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3346913

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Arsyad Lubis, Faculty of Social and Politic, Universitas Medan Area, North Sumatra, Indonesia

Muhammad Akbar Siregar, Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Medan Area, North Sumatra, Indonesia

Maksyum Syahri Lubis, Faculty of Social and Politic, Universitas Medan Area, North Sumatra, Indonesia

Andre Hasudungan Lubis (Corresponding Author), Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Medan Area, North Sumatra, Indonesia

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The Impact of Water Pollution on Economic Development of Pakistan

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Sardar Ahmad, Muhammad Nauman Adil, Zeeshan Khan, Shah Khalid & Md Nasir Uddin

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The current article contributes to providing knowledge to the public of Pakistan regarding the adverse effects that water pollution is having on the human health and welfare in Pakistan and moreover, the negative consequences that Pakistani economy faces due to the deteriorating condition of water resources in the country. The industrial and municipal waste directly drained in the natural water bodies, and this is becoming the leading cause of water pollution in the country.  The contamination of water that occurs in Pakistan in different ways and the health, living standard and overall economy of the nation is suffering due to such extent of water pollution in rural and urban areas of the country.  The study also addresses the farmers’ community to bring awareness in them regarding the inappropriate use of pesticides and fertilizers that are causing waterborne diseases in Pakistani population. It is critical for Pakistan’s government to make effective policies to protect the environmental condition of Pakistan and take immediate measures to deal with the issues of water pollution.

Key words: water pollution, economic growth, human health, CVM, and COI value

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Ahmad, S., Adil, M. N., Khan, Z., Khalid, S. & Uddin, M. N. (2019). The Impact of Water Pollution on Economic Development of Pakistan. International Journal of Science and Business, 3(4), 86-95.   doi: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3339874

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Sardar Ahmad, School of Management, China University of Mining & Technology, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, China.

Muhammad Nauman Adil, School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, China University of Mining & Technology, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, China.

Zeeshan Khan, School of mechanics and Civil Engineering, China University of Mining & Technology, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, China.

Shah Khalid, School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, China University of Mining & Technology, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, China

Md Nasir Uddin  (corresponding author), School of mechanics and Civil Engineering, China University of Mining & Technology, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, China.

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GDP Growth and Income Paradoxical Relation to Happiness in China and South Asian countries countries

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Debraj Kalyan Roka

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Happiness is the main aim of peoples in the world irrespective of their color, occupation, age and nationalities. Recognizing the similar meaning with subjective wellbeing, quality of life and life satisfaction, happiness has become a novel research theme for all researchers in all disciplines. The paper “GDP Growth and Income Paradoxical Relation to Happiness” is an innovative study in the field of happiness economics. The main objectives of this study are to show the relation between GDP growth and Income on happiness. Besides, this study shows the relations of HDI and economic freedom on happiness. The study analyzes the panel data from 2008 to 2016 covering China and South Asian countries. The main predicted variable of this study is happiness and major interested predictors are the GDP growth, GDP per capita, Human Development Index (HDI), economic freedom, life expectancy at birth and Gini. In addition to this, the paper estimated the relation between income and economic freedom, GDP growth and GDP per capita with inequality.  The estimation strategy is to apply fixed and random effect and found the negative association between GDP growth rate and happiness but, in contrast, the study found the positive association between GDP per capita and happiness. The result found that negative association between the human development index and happiness and strong positive association and statistically significant between freedom of life choices and happiness. The study found the negative association between Gini and happiness and both negative and positive effect of life expectancy and economic freedom on happiness.

Key words: GDP Growth, Income, HDI, Economic Freedom, Inequality and Happiness.

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Roka, D. K. (2019). GDP Growth and Income Paradoxical Relation to Happiness in China and South Asian countries. International Journal of Science and Business, 3(4), 61-85.   doi: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3333403

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Dr. Debraj Kalyan Roka, PhD. in Political Economy, University of International Business and Economics (UIBE), Beijing, China

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Literature Review on Social Cohesion and Economic Growth

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Fahad Khalid

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The study provides a deep insight on the relationship between social cohesion and economic growth on the basis of existing literature. The study has categorized the different dimensions of social cohesion on the base of prevailing studies and elaborated their impact on economic growth in an articulated way. We have found after review of literature that, though social cohesion is defined in different dimension and various studies have used diverse indicators to measure the level of social cohesion but there is absence of any comprehensive measure of social cohesion to better understanding the impact of social cohesion on economic growth. So there is need to do more research to analyze the impact of social cohesion on economic growth through a more comprehensive measure which contains all the indicators describe in different definition of social cohesion. The research is helpful for governments to device policy measures to promote social cohesion in the society.

Key words: Economic Growth, Social Cohesion, Institution, Developing Countries.

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Khalid F. (2019). Literature Review on Social Cohesion and Economic Growth. International Journal of Science and Business, 3(4), 39-60.   doi: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3275312

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Fahad Khalid, Business School, University of International Business and Economics (UIBE), Beijing, China

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Assessing the Factors Affecting Management Systems in Nigeria and Mitigating the Negative Effects

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Egbuwe Titilola I. & Amah Edwinah

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The aim of this paper is to assess the various factors affecting the management systems in Nigeria and how to mitigate the negative effects. It reconnoiters the origin and development of contemporary management in the country and the challenges today managers face in a multi-cultural and multi-lingua society. Nigeria is assailed by factors of disunity and snaillike development which alter the essentials of management theories. Leveraging Geert Hofstede’s six cultural models and its empirical studies on Nigeria’s cultural conditioning and its practical insinuations. Geert Hofstede’s models provide a framework for understanding the impact of cultural differences of management of different countries, the comprehensive studies evaluate how corporate management is influenced by culture. This paper builds on academic contributions on comparative management, comparing the western management culture of United States of America and United Kingdom systems to that of Nigeria.  It reveals the extent to which culture limits the effectiveness of practical managerial concepts in corporate Nigeria.

Key words: Management, System, Culture, differences, society.

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Egbuwe Titilola I. & Amah Edwinah (2019). Assessing the Factors Affecting Management Systems in Nigeria and Mitigating the Negative Effects. International Journal of Science and Business, 3(4), 28-38.   doi: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3267362

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Engr. Egbuwe Titilola I. (corresponding author), Department of Management, Faculty of Management Science, University of Port Harcourt.

Dr. Amah Edwinah, Department of Management, Faculty of Management Science, University of Port Harcourt.

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The Relationship between Ethical Leadership and Creativity: The Mediating role of Psychological Capital

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Sikander Hussain & Xiongying Niu

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The current research shed light on the relation between Ethical Leadership and Creativity. Specifically, this study examined the role of Ethical Leadership on creativity through the mediating mechanism of Psychological Capital. The current study is actually fulfilling the research gap by adding the Psychological Capital as a mediating variable between Ethical Leadership and Creativity. This further signifies the importance of employees psychological Capital to boost certain valued outcomes like creativity. To test the hypothesized model, data were collected from hospitality industry of Beijing, China (N=291). The findings supported our proposed hypotheses and showed that Psychological Capital mediated the linkage between Ethical Leadership and Creativity. This study holds a number of practical implications for the hospitality management industry like, it is pertinent to classify and categorize the accurate type of leadership, namely ethical leadership, within the organizations. Cultivating and retaining such leadership is of key significance in the present vibrant hospitality industry. The study discussed limitations and future research avenues.

Key words: Ethical Leadership, Creativity, Psychological Capital, Hospitality Industry, China.

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Hussain, S. & Niu, X. (2019). The Relationship between Ethical Leadership and Creativity: The Mediating role of Psychological Capital. International Journal of Science and Business, 3(4), 17-27.   doi: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3246683

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Sikander Hussain (corresponding author), Business School, University of International         Business and Economics (UIBE), Beijing, China.

Xiongying Niu, Business School, University of International Business and Economics (UIBE), Beijing, China.

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A Review on Rock burst Phenomenon-Theories, Mechanism Forecasting and Classification

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Atif Javed,  Zonglong Mu, Sher Bacha, Guangjian Liu, Jing Yang,Niaz Muhammad Shahani, Mairaj-haider, Shams Al Faisal & Md Arifuggaman arif

Abstract

Rock burst is a dynamic-static geological disaster affect deep underground mines and mining activities around the world .Deep rock-structures(tunnels), coal mines, deep metallic and non-metallic mines are affecting due to this sudden disaster. It is a catastrophic phenomenon in underground engineering and deep mining problem; had become a scientific problem which has to be tackled so; is important to investigate causes and aided factors favorable for rock burst. This paper is a result of comprehensive study on rock burst phenomenon in different countries have different geological conditions and at variable depths. This study covers rock burst concepts, theories, mechanism, causes, factors, types, favorable conditions, rock burst damage and impacts, regarding rock burst. This review would be helpful to study and understand the concepts and achievements in the field of rock burst by researchers.

Key words: rock burst, dynamic-static stresses, damages & impact, scientific problem.

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Javed, A., Mu, Z., Bacha, S., Liu, G.,  Yang, J., Shahani, N. M., Mairaj-haider, Faisal, S. A. & arif, M. A. (2019). A Review on Rock burst Phenomenon-Theories, Mechanism Forecasting and Classification. International Journal of Science and Business, 3(4), 1-16.  

doi: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3245153

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Atif Javed (corresponding author),  School of Mines, China university of Mining and Technology,           Xuzhou, China

Zonglong Mu,   School of Mines, China university of Mining and Technology, Xuzhou, China

Sher Bacha, School of Mines, China university of Mining and Technology, Xuzhou, China

Guangjian Liu,  School of Mines, China university of Mining and Technology, Xuzhou, China

Jing Yang, School of Mines, China university of Mining and Technology, Xuzhou, China

Niaz M. Shahani, School of Mines, China university of Mining and Technology, Xuzhou, China

Mairaj-haider, Mining Engineering,  Phd Scholar, University of Wollongong, Australia.

Shams Al Faisal，School of Mines, China university of Mining and Technology, Xuzhou, China

Md Arifuggaman arif，School of Mines, China university of Mining and Technology, Xuzhou, China

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