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@@ -80,4 +80,4 @@ A mark of B- or below is cause for grave concern, and looks like a failing mark.
 ### Other details
 * I will mark your paper within two weeks of submission.
 * I will offer written comments if you submit your paper before April 1.
-* There is no late penalty, but if you're more than 10 days late with your paper, I will expect you to have a meeting with me.
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+* There is no late penalty, but if you're more than 10 days late with your paper, I will expect you to have a meeting with me before you submit your work.
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