Limiting the sample to maturities at issuance of seven years or longer, to capture standard high-yield structures, there have been 11 such issues thus far in 2013, versus 20 offerings in all of 2012 (excluding split-rated deals).

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To create solution A, our shaken sample, we poured 70 grams of vodka (just under 2.5 fluid ounces) into a standard metal cocktail shaker.

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