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The number of shares into which fully or partially vested stock options outstanding as of the balance sheet date can be currently converted under the option plan.

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Number of options outstanding, including both vested and non-vested options.

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Weighted average price at which grantees can acquire the shares reserved for issuance under the stock option plan.

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Ratio applied to the conversion of stock split, for example but not limited to, one share converted to two or two shares converted to one.

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Number of additional shares to be authorized for issuance under an established share-based compensation plan. Increase has been approved by the entity's board of directors but is still pending shareholder approval.

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Initial term of a compensation arrangement.

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Amount of monthly expense recognized from equity-based compensation arrangements (for example, shares of stock, unit, stock options or other equity instruments), awarded to key employees or individuals.

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Period of time during which issued shares are subject to a lock-up on resale.

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Expense recognized for consideration of services paid in the form of stock. Value of the stock issued includes, but is not limited to, services contributed by vendors and founders.

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