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This is an IOI style contest. This means that the problems will be partially graded. You will get score for passing certain test data. You can submit solutions as many times as you'd like, there are no penalties for incorrect submissions. Only your best correct submission will be considered. Those who achieve the score first will be placed higher in the ranklist in case of a tie. Please do not discuss strategy, suggestions or tips in the comments during a live contest. Posting questions clarifying the problem statement is ok.. Discussing Contest's problems or any aspect of problem, on any other platform on web, on identification, could lead to disqualifying from the contest.