Documentos de Académico
Documentos de Profesional
Documentos de Cultura
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Table of Contents
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2014:
2019:
$3,892.0 million
$4,340.0 million
2015:
2019:
1.53%
2.83%
CAGR
2.20%
Educational Institutions
Individual Customers
Credibility Issues
Advocacy against Standardized Test Culture
Threat from Open Sources
Sustainability Issues
Brand
Coverage
Quality
Customer Service
Key Vendors
ArborBridge
Club Z! Inc.
Pearson
The Princeton Review Inc.
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ACT
AP
Advanced Placement
AVSAB
BFSI
BYOA
BYOD
CAIA
CD
Compact Disc
CFP
CIMA
CMS
COMLEX
CPA
ESL
FRM
FT
Financial Times
GED
GMAT
GRE
ICT
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IELTS
IoT
Internet of Things
ISEE
LMS
LSAT
MCAT
MNC
Multinational Company
MOOC
NAAC
NAPLEX
NCLB
NMSQT
PANCE
PSAT
ROM
Read-only Memory
SAT
SHSAT
SOOC
SSAT
SSATB
TOEFL
TOEIC
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USMLE
VCR
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University exam
Certification exam
Other exams
It also presents the vendor landscape and a corresponding detailed analysis of the top four
vendors in the market. In addition, it discusses the major drivers that influence the growth of the
market. It also outlines the challenges faced by vendors and the market at large, as well as the
key trends that are emerging in the market.
Products Offered
ArborBridge
Club Z!
Pearson
Pre-K-12 Education
Higher Education
Professional
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Test Preparation
Market in US 20152019
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Based on the research results and technical insights thus gathered, Technavio analysts have
provided a comprehensive analysis of the varied aspects of the market. The impact of global
economic conditions and other macroeconomic indicators were also considered when assessing
the market.
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05. Introduction
The increasing phenomenon of benchmarking in education is highly useful in measuring the
performance of students, teachers, and schools, and consequently evaluate and compare the
education system. The test preparation industry has emerged concomitantly with the extensive
standardization of the education sector in the US. This standardization essentially refers to the
provision of exam preparation services for students to help them score well in entrance tests. The
test preparation providers make available supplementary educational materials, mock tests, and
guides in classroom-based or online learning modes to help the students in their endeavors. Apart
from that, test preparation companies in the US help the students prepare for various university
and high school level exams such as SAT and ACT, as well as certification exams such as MCAT
and GMAT. The scope for such test preparation companies is high, driven by the rise in demand
from students seeking admission in better schools and colleges.
The test preparation market in the US is performing well and is growing steadily with a CAGR of
2.20%. It is expected to reach $4,340.0 million in terms of revenue by 2019. The market is
experiencing huge demand for preparatory courses for high school level exams, which is the
fastest growing segment. Further, as a result of the standardization of K-12, the market is gaining
considerable momentum. The portfolios of vendors present in the market range from large
vendors operating globally to small vendors offering specific services. The onset of online
preparation methods is also helping them create new markets to compete.
Reliance of the US education system on standardized testing has increased. In addition, the
announcement of NCLB, a government initiative, to make education more quantifiable in terms
of student performance, has boosted the adoption of a standardized testing regime. As a result,
several students have become dependent on these test preparation companies.
Notwithstanding the above, credibility issues pertaining to educational institutions have increased.
The influx of several players offering instructional materials to facilitate test preparation in the
market has resulted in increased resistance among customers. This hesitance stems from factors
such as poor quality of content, lack of good coverage and extensiveness of the study material,
and lack of comprehensiveness of the service. Apart from that, accreditation issues have seen a
rise, further leading to customers' shift to known brands. Not all people are convinced about a
standardized test culture, which remains a cause of concern for market growth.
The market offers promising growth options because its true growth potential is yet to be
unlocked. The emergence of many positive trends is expected to help the market grow and
circumvent the challenges. Focus on the K-12 market has increased in the US. Although, K-12 is
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Synchronous e-learning: virtual classroom with the capabilities found in real classrooms. The
trainer and trainee interact in a virtual meeting place. Various technologies used in this form
of learning include slide presentations, audio and video conferencing, application sharing,
and shared whiteboard
Asynchronous e-learning: provides students with the flexibility to study the course in their own
time and to their own schedule. It does not require live interaction with trainers. These courses
are largely delivered in two forms, which are self-paced learning and facilitated discussions
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Content
Management
Systems
Distribution
End-users
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Education is compulsory for all students in the US, until they are sixteen or eighteen, depending on
the regulatory requirements and structure of local school districts. The US education system is meritbased with the student population having to write at least two competitive exams during their
education. The US has become a lucrative market for test preparation providers because of
favorable government policies, which play a pivotal role in developing the test preparation
market. As a result, the country represents a resilient and stable demand for test preparation
services. The highly fragmented market attracts many enterprises and individual vendors as the
demand for these services has gradually risen because of tough entrance exams.
Rising demand and the need to ensure equality in education has changed the market structure
to a large extent. Traditionally, this market was represented by a few large and reputed
enterprises, who charged exorbitant fees and provided a standard package of services, including
specific subject training, career counseling, and mock tests. These expensive courses were
unaffordable among a large section of students. However, the advent of online media in
receiving test preparation classes and materials, followed by a rise in independent private tutors,
and non-profit organizations, who customize courses as per students' educational requirements
and financial capacities began to attract a wider learner base. This resulted in large enterprises
tweaking their course offerings to remain competitive in the market. This has helped the students
preparing for professional exams significantly. Currently, most students preparing for entrance
exams use the blended learning approach. They enroll in schools and colleges, study in traditional
classroom-based teaching environments, and simultaneously access various MOOCs and
subscription-based online platforms.
Apart from traditional test preparation services, other niche segments have also significantly
benefited from advances in technology. Institutes have begun to create product and service
innovations for disabled students as well as students who need special care and attention as they
cannot be properly judged with the standard exams for other students. To ensure the right
assessment of these learners, institutes, in partnership with technology service providers such as
Intel and Apple, have begun to create new platforms to train such students to successfully
compete in respective entrance exams. Hence, the demand for new tools and technologies to
create content is expected to drive the market. All these factors would strongly contribute in the
test preparation services market, which is expected to maintain low but steady growth during the
forecast period.
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Threat of Substitutes
(Low)
Threat of Rivalry
The market is
dependent on
mainstream education.
Therefore,
strengthening of
education system
poses a threat to the
test preparation
market.
(High)
Bargaining Power of
Buyers
(High)
The bargaining power
of buyers is high with a
plethora of options for
the vendors to choose
from.
Threat of New
Entrants
(High)
The lucrative market is
attracting new players
to enter the market.
Moreover, the market is
not capital -intensive.
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Key
The impact of the five forces is graded on the basis of the intensity and duration of their influence
on the current market landscape. The magnitude of the impact has been categorized as
described below:
Low
Moderate
High
- Very high impact, with radical influence on the growth of the market
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Test
Preparation
Market in US
University
exam
Certification
exam
Other exam
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stringent. This could lead to an increase in the minimum SAT/ACT scores in institutes. To ensure
enrollment in the best colleges, students will enroll in institutes that provide the right training to
successfully crack such tests. However, this market should witness stable growth to an extent
because of some level of effect by open online courses.
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apart from being expensive. Apart from that, some of the courses have limited attempts and
negative markings, which could affect the students' education credentials. As a result, most
students opting for such courses enroll in centers that provide assistance in successfully clearing
these exams. The rising student populace across segments, including students, fresh graduates,
and employees showing keen interest in such courses, should strengthen the demand for test
preparation services. Chartered courses such as CFA, CPA, and CS will also enjoy strong demand,
owing to their high credibility in the job market.
Also, globalization and IoT has led to the emergence of various niche and parallel industries giving
rise to new knowledge requirements from the technology and concept perspective. For instance,
Big Data, which was almost non-existent a decade ago, is thriving in almost all large organizations.
Various companies are seeking professionals such as data scientists, who have in-depth
knowledge of Big Data tools such as Hadoop and NoSQL. Meanwhile, e-commerce has led to
substantial demand for social media analytics, digital marketing, SEO, website development, and
management to name a few. These are non-traditional courses, which students learn from
certified training institutes. Also, large universities have begun to offer certification programs in
such fields. As the seats are significantly limited, students go through a rigorous selection process
for these programs. All these factors necessitate students to enroll for training to help them groom
for such niche roles. As a result, apart from a rise in the training of students to clear traditional
certifications, the segment will also witness the establishment of new entities catering to niche
requirements. Also, as few institutes offer such training, the training institutes have the leverage to
charge premium fees and garner better margins as against traditional training institutes.
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Test Preparation Market in US by High School Level Exam Segment 20142019 ($ million)
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mandatory to achieve complete school education, most students enroll for the training. Therefore,
despite a decline in course fees, the market should witness sustained demand, driven by the rise
in student enrollments.
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Brand
Coverage
Quality
Customer
service
Details
Customers
are
giving
preference to the brand
name of vendors while
purchasing.
Hence,
vendors should improve
brand visibility.
The
test
preparation
material should cover
each and every aspect of
exams and subjects.
Vendors should make sure
that
there
is
no
discrepancy
in
the
information
and
also
ensure
that
the
information provided to
students
is
comprehensive.
Good customer service is
essential in resolving any
confusion of customers.
Test preparation providers
should have a system for
redressing grievances and
complaints.
Customer Segments
Significance Attached
Educational institutes
Individual customers
Low
Educational institutes
Low
Individual customers
Low
Educational institutes
Low
High
1
High
51
High
High
High
Low
Individual customers
Educational institutes
Individual customers
High
Low
Low
High
Key
The impact of the buying criteria is graded on the basis of the intensity and duration of their
influence on the current market landscape. The magnitude of the impact has been categorized
as described below:
Low
High
- Very high impact, with radical influence on the growth of the market
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Government Initiatives
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Driver
Education Institutions
Reliance on Standardized
Testing
Low
Government Initiatives
Low
Changes in Standard
Exam Structure
Low
Rise in Employment
Opportunities
Low
Individual Customers
High
1
Low
High
High
1
Low
High
High
Low
High
High
Low
High
Impact on Geography
Driver
US
Reliance on Standardized
Testing
Low
Government Initiatives
Low
Changes
in
Exam Structure
Low
Standard
Rise
in
Employment
Opportunities
High
1
High
High
Low
High
Key
The impact of the drivers is graded on the basis of the intensity and duration of their influence on
the current market landscape. The magnitude of the impact has been categorized as described
below:
Low
High
- Very high impact, with radical influence on the growth of the market
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Credibility Issues
Sustainability Issues
Credibility Issues
Several test preparation solution providers have forayed into the market, driven by the expansion
of the market in the US. Growth in the number of service providers has resulted in the availability
of various test preparation courses. Hence, learners are hesitant and suspicious about the quality
of the program while procuring these services from unknown and small vendors. Notably, quality
of program content coupled with faculty and industry experts, who design the test material and
guide, has gained immense significance in the market.
Large organizations possessing knowledge about the content of a specific course and having a
reputed name in the industry for training are able to differentiate their products from vendors in
terms of quality. However, the test preparatory programs of smaller organizations are facing
difficulties in terms of financial capability to deliver test preparatory courses and programs in terms
of the quality, comprehensiveness, and reliability. In addition, the lower brand visibility of small
companies compared to the larger ones has not allowed the vendors to unlock the true potential
of the market. Apart from public and private schools, individual students are unconvinced about
the course coverage and course quality of small-scale test preparation centers. Therefore,
accreditation from a reputed organization such as the NAAC is expected to help small test
preparation centers attract more students into their fold.
Advocacy against Standardized Test Culture
A significant percentage of people in the education industry are against the use of standard tests
for measuring the performance of a student. They reckon that such a test-taking culture,
especially for K-12, will not prove beneficial in the long run. Notably, the tests conducted are not
creating a conducive environment for the overall development of students. This is leading to a
dearth of opportunities for encouraging and fostering the individual talent of a given student.
Although tests develop the competency of students, they are not completely recognizing the
individual needs of students, which is affecting their learning potential.
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Even educationalists are unconvinced of the use of tests for judging the standing of teachers and
educational institutions. The US government is granting funds based on the performance of
schools and other educational institutions. Consequently, some teachers have developed a
resentment of sorts because they do not deem this as the appropriate criterion to judge an
educational institution. If the same trend continues, more teachers are expected to develop
resentment, which is not an ideal scenario for the overall market to thrive. The US government is,
therefore, required to take adequate measures to address the underlying concerns of teachers.
Threat from Open Sources
The providers of test preparation materials and mock tests are witnessing increased competition
from open source providers of the same. The number of open source content providers has seen
a marked increase during the past few years. The growing support from non-profit organizations
such as the Hewlett Foundation and the Gates Foundation has further fueled the demand for
open source content.
The instructional materials developed and delivered by open source providers are posing a
significant threat to vendors such as Kaplan and Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, who charge a fee for
instructional programs and courses. The services offered by open source providers are less
expensive and are readily available in the market. They are also easily accessible for students. The
comparatively lower pricing for test materials and digital products is negatively affecting the
demand for products that are charged for a fee or subscription. Although this phenomenon will
not have a widespread impact on the sales of huge vendors such as The Princeton Review, as
schools and colleges mostly procure their test preparation requirements through them, it will
certainly contain absolute market penetration. This could limit the sales potential of large vendors
and hinder the expansion of their customer base.
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Sustainability Issues
The market is expanding rapidly, which is attracting many players to tap the high potential of the
market. Several test preparation start-ups are foraying into the market. They enjoy an
overwhelming support of investors seeking to leverage the untapped market to increase their
profits. Also, the market is not capital intensive in terms of course material designing and faculty
required for guiding students in their test preparation. However, small players and start-ups are
experiencing tough competition from large vendors such as Pearson in terms of expansion of
distribution channels to reach out to a larger consumer base and provide unique services.
Notably, huge players such as Pearson have established themselves by forming tie-ups with
various schools and universities. Apart from that, new entrants need to innovate swiftly to withstand
the financial strength of the leading vendors. Therefore, many players entering the market are
facing issues pertaining to sustainability, which is a key hindrance to continued operations and
long-term profitability.
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Key
The impact of the drivers and challenges is graded on the basis of the intensity and duration of
their influence on the current market landscape. The magnitude of the impact has been
categorized as described below:
Low:
Moderate:
High:
Very high impact, with radical influence on the growth of the market
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Rigorous Marketing
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Key
The impact of the trends is graded on the basis of the intensity and duration of their influence on
the current market landscape. The magnitude of the impact has been categorized as described
below:
Low
Moderate
High
- Very high impact, with radical influence on the growth of the market
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Pearson is another important player in the test preparation market in the US. The company caters
to the needs of a diverse range of industries through its products and services. It has been
continually introducing new products and services to the market. It focuses on expanding its
network by partnering with institutions, and it is targeting a high number of schools, colleges, and
universities.
The Princeton Review is a key vendor in the test preparation market in the US. The company has
a diverse product portfolio and focuses on expanding its marketing and distribution channels in
the US. It is investing mainly in new markets and is increasingly focused on developing a team of
skilled and creative professionals by hiring and retaining talent. Apart from that, it is increasing its
market penetration through M&A.
Description
Kaplan
Knewton
Manhattan Review
Peterson's Nelnet
A
US-based
company
educational content
Revolution Prep
Provides
software
education-related
that
and
test
provides
services
and
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Business Overview
ArborBridge was established in 2011 and is headquartered in Santa Monica, US. It provides online
and offline K-12 test preparation and essential skills development programs and courses.
The company's services are categorized as follows:
SAT and ACT programs: Offers various learning packages in a price range of $2,495 - $8,995
ArborBridge has strong faculty base and best-in-class online teaching methods. It serves students
in over 40 countries worldwide.
Service Segmentation
ArborBridge: Service Segmentation
Recent Developments
Company Details
Description
Key Highlights
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SWOT Analysis
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16.2 ClubZ
Key Facts
Business Overview
ClubZ was established in 1995 and is headquartered in Tampa, Florida, US. The organization
primarily offers in-home tutoring services to the K-12 students through a network of franchises in
the US. The institute provides customized learning program and selects its tutors and trainers
through the proprietary method known as Z! Tutor match.
The institute also offers tuition services at school campus, libraries, and community centers. In
addition, ClubZ conducts online tutoring courses in selected locations. In addition, the institute
addresses the educational needs of ESL students and children with learning disabilities.
ClubZ is one of the approved supplemental educational service providers under the NCLB act of
the US government.
The institute mainly provides the following services:
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Test preparation: Provides tuition services to prepare for the SAT, ACT, PSAT, GRE, and GMAT
exams.
Academic tutoring: Offers tuition services for the K-12 students through ClubZ's highly qualified
academic tutors, certified teachers, and college graduates who are experts in their respective
subjects
The institute serves more than 300,000 students and runs by franchise owners in more than 500
North American cities in the US.
Service Segmentation
ClubZ: Service Segmentation
Recent Developments
Company Details
Description
Key Highlights
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SWOT Analysis
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16.3 Pearson
Key Facts
Company Details
Description
Stock Listings
Ticker Symbol
PSON
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Business Overview
Pearson was founded in 1844 and is headquartered in London, England, UK. It is a media and
education company. It offers learning materials, technologies, assessments, and services to
professionals, teachers, and students.
The company operates through the following business segments:
North American Education: Offers adaptive learning capabilities in more than 200 MyLab and
Mastering products across 11 subjects. In 2013, the total number of MyLab registrations were
11 million. It also offers Pearson clinical assessment, Q-interactive (a portable digital tool
enabling mental health professionals to automatically manage the administration of clinical
assessments, digital stimuli, and response recording through stylus notes and audio)
Professional: Focuses on training, testing, publishing, and certification for professionals. It also
offers vocational training
FT Group: Includes contents and advertisements. This segment offers education products such
as FT Newslines (an annotations tool). It has 415,000 digital subscriptions
As of December 2013, the company had 39,964 employees. It has operational presence in 80
countries.
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Recent Developments
Company Details
Description
Key Highlights
SWOT Analysis
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Business Overview
The Princeton Review was established in 1981 and is headquartered in Natick, Massachusetts, US.
It is a tutoring institute that provides online and in-person tutoring services. On July 2014, IAC's
Tutor.com acquired The Princeton Review. Tutor.com is a leading global online tutoring company
that delivers over 6,000 one-to-one training sessions daily.
The Princeton Review provides test preparation services to the K-12 and higher secondary
education segments with its strong network of over 5,000 teachers and tutors. Apart from the US
and Canada, The Princeton Review has international franchises in 14 other countries.
The institute's services are categorized as follows:
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College: Includes tutoring services for the SAT, ACT, PSAT, and AP Tests
Graduate: Provides test preparation services such as GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT, and DAT
Academic subject: Offers services for the K-12 segment for math, science, and English
College rankings: Helps individuals to determine the right college and get information on
financial aid
K-12 and community partnerships: Includes services such as professional development, ISEE,
and TOEFL preparation
Service Segmentation
The Princeton Review : Service Segmentation
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SWOT Analysis
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Weakness
Weakness
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Weakness
17.4 Kaplan
Overview
Kaplan was founded in 1938 and is based in Florida, US. The company offers services related to
career and education to businesses, students, and education institutions. It operates as a
subsidiary of Graham Holdings. It helps students prepare for exams pertaining to medical licensing,
graduate admission, bar review, college admission, nursing, financial services, and high school
admission. Apart from that, the company has established a sizeable market presence in the
professional education space, wherein it offers continuing education,
secondary education, and licensing to businesses and individuals for appraisal education
(education for people engaged in the evaluation of real-estate and property), home inspection
services, architecture, and insurance licensing. It also has facilities that provide private tutoring
services.
Strength
It offers new and unique products that incorporate quality and technology
Weakness
It operates in a highly competitive market and, therefore, has limited scope to alter its pricing
structure
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17.5 Knewton
Overview
Knewton is as an online test preparation company that was founded in 2008 and is based in New
York, US. It caters to education-related technological requirements of publishers, companies,
technology start-ups, and institutions. It also helps in building infrastructure platforms to facilitate
the development of adaptive learning applications. Apart from that, the company helps students
to prepare for exams such as SAT, GMAT, and LSAT. The technological solutions offered by the
company help in assembling content graphing, data science, infrastructure, psychometrics,
machine learning, tagging, and statics.
Strength
The technology offered by the company can be used with any third-party learning solution
Weakness
It is facing high competition in the market, which is weakening its market positioning. Hence,
the company is required to forge partnerships with other companies to fortify its market
presence
Weakness
It has limited exposure in emerging markets such as China, especially in the test preparation
space
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Weakness
It has minimal presence in the test preparation market for professional customers
Weakness
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