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The increase in tax basis step-up of tax deductible goodwill during the period.

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The percentage of net cash savings, if any, in U.S. federal, state and local income tax that is payable under the tax receivable agreement.

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Amount of operating loss carryforward, before tax effects, available to reduce future taxable income under enacted tax laws.

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Amount of unrecognized tax benefits.

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