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<FN>
<F1>Includes accounts receivable trade, notes and other accounts 
receivable, net of allowance for doubtful accounts receivable.
<F2>Includes other operating expenses, selling, general and 
administrative expenses, and reduction in carrying value of oil 
and gas properties.
</FN>