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        <ExplanationTxt>The Academy is required to assess whether an uncertain tax position exists and if there should be recognition of a related benefit or liability in the financial statements. The Academy has determined there are no amounts to record as assets or liabilities related to uncertain tax positions. Generally, the Academy is no longer subject to examination by tax authorities for years before 2013.</ExplanationTxt>
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