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(A) Gross profit represents net sales less cost of goods sold. 

(B) Prior to the Company’s initial public offering (Offering) in October 1997, the Company was taxed as an S Corporation. Concurrent with the Offering, the Company terminated its S Corporation status, making it subject to federal, state and foreign income taxes. The pro forma data reflect the results as if the S Corporation termination had been effective as of December 31, 1996. 

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The accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements are an integral part of these consolidated balance sheets. 

