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<LEGEND>
This schedule containing summary financial information extracted from the
condensed consolidated balance sheet at August 31, 2000 (unaudited) and the
consolidated statement of operations for the three months ended August 31, 2000
(unaudited) is qualified in its entirety by reference to such financial
statements.
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