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2021-12-16

I think questions 11 and 12 could use some some clarification as to whether or not single-digit numbers should count.

Dan
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2021-12-16

@Dan: one digit numbers count

Matthew
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2021-12-16

@Matthew: Thanks, I figured they did but it was good to get confirmation.

Dan
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