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     <NAME>                   TRUMP ATLANTIC CITY ASSOCIATES
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<FN>
<F1> Includes gaming, lodging, food & beverage and other
<F2> Includes general & administration, depreciation & amortization, and
     pre-opening expenses
</FN>