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| Law & Business Classes | 4 Classes + Full-Day Review | 4 Live Online + Review | Full-Day Review Only | Not included |
| Trade Math Training | 6-Month Interactive + Review | Online Video Review | 30-Day Interactive Course | Not included |
| Study Materials | Full Online Suite | Online Materials + Audio/Video | Online + Audio/Video | Online + Audio |
| Law & Business Practice Exams | 6 Months | 2 Months | 30 Days | 30 Days |
| Application Assistance | Preparation & Review | Review Only | Review Only | Not included |
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