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Trip from Quincy, FL to Coral Springs, FL

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

8h 36m

Distance

470 mi

756 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$71

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min
4 AM
8h 28m ★
6 AM
8h 36m
8 AM
8h 51m
10 AM
8h 41m
12 PM
8h 40m
3 PM
8h 42m
5 PM
8h 51m
8 PM
8h 31m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

city in and county seat of Gadsden County, Florida, United States

Quincy, FL

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city in Broward County, Florida, United States

Coral Springs, FL

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Trip Overview

Quincy, FL to Coral Springs, FL is 470 miles and takes about 8h 36m via Florida's Turnpike, I 75, and I 10, with a fuel budget near $75 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This journey takes you across the state of Florida, from the Panhandle region down to South Florida. Given its highway-focused nature and 8.5-hour estimated drive time, it's best suited for a two-day trip to allow for comfortable driving and potential stops. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, so expect a straightforward, albeit long, drive.

Trip Pace

Best split across 2 days

Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.

Break Rhythm

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

235 miles from Quincy, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 17m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Florida's Turnpike 236.5 mi 4h 14m
I 75 107.2 mi 1h 54m
I 10 104.1 mi 1h 51m
Blue Star Highway 7.5 mi 9m
West Jefferson Street 4.9 mi 7m
Sawgrass Expressway 3.8 mi 4m
North University Drive 1.1 mi 2m
Coral Springs Drive 1 mi 2m
Longest stretch: Florida's Turnpike — 236.5 mi, about 4h 14m

Traffic on I-10

Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 22 FHWA count stations on your route.

Peak

4 PM

~1,553 veh/hr typical · worst 2,110

Quietest

2 AM

~176 veh/hr

Peak-to-quiet ratio

8.8×

busier at peak than in the quiet hours

12a 6a noon 6p 11p

Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Quincy, FL and Coral Springs, FL.

1

Start on West Crawford Street

212 ft · 14 sec · West Crawford Street
2

Turn left onto South Ward Street

368 ft · 18 sec · South Ward Street
3

Turn right onto US 90; FL 12; FL 267

4.9 mi · 7 min · West Jefferson Street
4

Continue on US 90

7.5 mi · 9 min · Blue Star Highway
5

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 58 sec
Toward I 10 East: Lake City Use the slight right lane.
6

Merge onto I 10

104 mi · 1 hr 51 min · I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 37 sec
Exit 296A Toward I-75 South: Tampa
8

Merge onto I 75

107 mi · 1 hr 54 min · I 75
Use the straight lane.
9

Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike

237 mi · 4 hr 14 min · Florida's Turnpike
Exit 328 Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando Use the slight left / straight lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Exit 71 Toward SR 869 Toll South: Coral Springs, Sawgrass Expressway Use the slight right lane.
11

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 23 sec
12

Merge onto SR 869 Toll

3.8 mi · 4 min · Sawgrass Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 48 sec
Exit 15 Toward SR 817: University Drive Use the straight / right lanes.
14

Keep slight left at fork

338 ft · 12 sec
Toward Coral Springs Use the left lane.
15

Continue on North University Drive

1.1 mi · 2 min · North University Drive
Use the left lane.
16

Turn right onto Wiles Road

1.0 mi · 1 min · Wiles Road
17

Turn left onto Coral Springs Drive

1.0 mi · 2 min · Coral Springs Drive
18

Turn right onto West Sample Road

0.2 mi · 31 sec · West Sample Road
19

Turn left

0.1 mi · 45 sec
20

Keep slight left at fork

56 ft · 4 sec
21

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

For this 470-mile journey, consider splitting the drive over two days, as the 8h 36m duration suggests. Aim to depart early in the morning to make the most of daylight, especially if you plan to drive straight through. With two recommended stops, plan to break up the longest stretch on Florida's Turnpike, which is over 236 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel, as major highways can sometimes have longer distances between service areas, and your estimated fuel cost is around $75.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 235 miles from Quincy, FL, or about 4h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 236.5 miles.

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 103 miles or 1h 55m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 235 miles or 4h 17m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Overnight split

Day 1 wrap after about 235 miles or 4h 17m

Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 7h 25m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Coral Springs, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Quincy, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Quincy, FL

Aim for roughly 235 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into Coral Springs, FL

Aim for roughly 235 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 103 miles from Quincy, FL.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Florida's Turnpike for about 236.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in and county seat of Orange County, Florida, United States

Mid-route town

Overnight candidate

Orlando, FL

235 mi into the route

Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start

This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.

Find hotels in Orlando, FL

Popular next leg

Orlando, FL to Coral Springs, FL

203.7 mi · 3h 48m

Overnight Options

Night 1

Orlando, FL

235 mi · about 4.3h in

A practical overnight split lands near Orlando, FL after about 235 miles or 4.3 hours of driving.

Find hotels

Pacing Suggestions

Macclenny, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 103 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Orlando, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 235 miles from Quincy, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 236.5 miles.

Overnight split

Hotel stop

For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 235 miles or 4.3 hours on the road.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best coffee break · around the midpoint

Le Cafe De Paris

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Orlando, Florida

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset · 4h 55m in / 3h 41m to go 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 8 AM–8 PM

+14072932326

Visit website

108 Vine

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Gainesville, Florida

2.4 mi

Blu Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ocoee, Florida

2.3 mi

Boosters Bar & Grill

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour $20 to $30

Sumterville, Florida

Hours: 11 AM–8 PM

+13527517997

Visit website

EM's Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Quincy, Florida

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+14072355528

Le Cafe De Paris

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 AM–8 PM

+14072932326

Visit website

108 Vine

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

Visit website

Blu Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Ocoee, Florida

Hours: Closed

+14074208672

Visit website

Paloma Parlor

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Windermere, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–6 pm

+14078760895

Visit website

🏆 The Gathering Cafe Downtown Ocala

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+13524219810

Visit website

Holy Grain Coffee Shop

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+14077045878

Visit website

Lucky Goat Coffee

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour

Sumterville, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+13525694075

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Early stretch 0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Early stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Hampton Inn Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Early stretch 0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Ocala, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

2.6 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Early stretch 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Early stretch 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13527457777

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Ocala, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Wildwood, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Coral Springs Museum of Art

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Coral Springs, Florida

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+19543405000

Visit website

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Closed

+13523724981

Visit website

Nehrling Gardens

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Gotha, Florida

Hours: 10 am–2 pm

+14074459977

Visit website

Scott Springs Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

+13523685517

Visit website

Prime + Ember

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour

Sumterville, Florida

Hours: 11 AM–9 PM

+13529004348

Visit website

Ocala Downtown Square

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 3 mi from route ~8 min detour

Ocala, Florida

Tuscawilla Art Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+13526298447

Visit website

Tuscawilla Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Halfway reset 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour

Ocala, Florida

+13523685517

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 466.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | South Ward Street

Turn left onto South Ward Street

Navigation decision point

8
224.5 mi into trip | ~4h 6m in | Florida's Turnpike

Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Exit 328 Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
8
461 mi into trip | ~8h 20m in

Take the exit toward SR 869 Toll South: Coral Springs, Sawgrass Expressway

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 71 Toward SR 869 Toll South: Coral Springs, Sawgra...
7
466.1 mi into trip | ~8h 27m in

Take the exit toward SR 817: University Drive

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Exit 15 Toward SR 817: University Drive
7
466.4 mi into trip | ~8h 28m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Coral Springs

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward Coral Springs

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$71.15 one way

$142.30 round trip

$3.85/gal 25.4 MPG avg 164 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.22 $78.07 $156.14
premium $4.55 $84.19 $168.39
diesel $4.80 $88.74 $177.49

Estimated Tolls: $16.87

Florida's Turnpike (236.5 mi) $16.56
Sawgrass Expressway (3.8 mi) $0.31

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$71

Tolls

$17

Hotel (1n)

$80–$140

Meals

$50–$100

Total

$218–$328

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 164.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.

Driving Electric?

About $49 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 141 1 $49.35 $22.56
Efficient EV 117.5 1 $41.13 $18.80
EV Truck/SUV 188 2 $65.80 $30.08

Gas CO2

164 kg

EV CO2

55 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Jul 16, 2026

Origin

Quincy, FL

Morning in Quincy on Sunday

Local time

11:31 AM

EDT

Current temp

76°F

Partly Cloudy

WNW 0 to 10 mph 10% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued July 16 at 11:29AM EDT until July 17 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL

Destination

Coral Springs, FL

Morning in Coral Springs on Sunday

Local time

11:31 AM

EDT

Current temp

79°F

Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms

S 6 mph 35% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued July 16 at 11:29AM EDT until July 17 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

3 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

8h 36m on the road

This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This is a highway-focused drive, with 96% of the route utilizing major interstates. Expect long stretches of efficient travel, especially on Florida's Turnpike, where you'll encounter the longest uninterrupted segment of 236.5 miles. The primary roads include Florida's Turnpike, I 75, and I 10, indicating a generally fast-paced experience. While the majority is interstate, the transition between these major arteries will feel like a typical cross-state drive, prioritizing speed and directness over scenic detours.

96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 236.5 mi on Florida's Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Ward Street.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 470 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Ward Street): Navigation decision point; at 224.5 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 461 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

205 ft 11 ft

Total Climb

108 ft

Total Descent

302 ft

Highest Point

205 ft

Elevation Range

195 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Quincy, FL and Coral Springs, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Orlando.

Florida's Turnpike South

224.5 mi in | ~4h 6m | via Florida's Turnpike

Orlando

224.5 mi in | ~4h 6m | via Florida's Turnpike

About the Cities

Starting in Quincy, FL

Full guide →

Founded 1828

Quincy is a city in Middle Florida.

Top landmarks

  • E. B. Shelfer House — historic house in Florida, United States
  • E. C. Love House — historic house in Florida, United States
  • Judge P. W. White House — historic house in Florida, United States

Arriving in Coral Springs, FL

Full guide →

Founded 1963

Coral Springs is a city in Broward County, Florida.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 236.5 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 235 miles on day one.

Expect about $16.87 in tolls one way, starting with Florida's Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Coral Springs, FL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Ward Street): Navigation decision point; at 224.5 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 461 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Not recommended in a single day. At 8.6 hours each way, a round trip means 17.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Coral Springs, FL before the return drive.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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