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This schedule contains summary financial information extracted from the
condensed consolidated financial statements (unaudited) and notes to the
condensed consolidated financial statements for the six-month period ended June
30, 2000 and is qualified in its entirety by reference to such Form 10-K for the
year ended December 31, 1999, filed on April 14, 2000.
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