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Second Quarter – Module:3

Statement of Opinion or
Assertion
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English
Second Quarter – Module:3
Statement of Opinion or
Assertion
(EN10WC-lc-12.2)

Department of Education • Republic of the Philippines

 FOREWORD

Learning can be both fun and interactive. So we present to you this Learning Material
that will provide valuable understanding of the topic being presented. As a 21st century
learner, this material can be your stepping stone in achieving proficiency in the subject
matter.
The elements serve as guides in your learning journey. The contents of this learning
material, carefully prepared and developed by dedicated teachers from various schools in
the City of San Jose del Monte, provide a deeper understanding of statements of opinion or
assertion.
Treat this module like a friend and it will connect you with the wonderful world of
learning. If you are excited to have fun while learning, this module is for you.

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 What I Need to Know

In today’s generation of social media—Facebook, Instagram, Twitter to name

a few, there is no denying that people from all over the world have the access to
connect to each other in a snap of a finger. Hence, this enables almost everybody to
have a platform where their voices can be heard and their advocacies can be
listened to. At this point, one might ask: Is it necessary to hear other people’s opinion
and for yours to be heard as well? Does it, in any way, help our people and our
country in general?
Try to recall every history class you've ever had. Think about all the change
that has happened between the different time periods you learned about. Where
would we be if someone hadn't thought that there was a better way to do something
than the current way? Would we still be building houses of clay and using stone
tools? Someone had to advocate for this change.
Expressing your opinion is one of the few ways society progresses. Almost
every change throughout history was only able to occur because someone
communicated their belief that it should. If those thoughts were never verbalized,
who knows if the change ever would have occurred?
Opinions are not only important in igniting change, but also they help in
defining the kind of person you are. Having an opinion shows passion,
determination, and knowledge. It shows that you are capable of taking a stand and
you are willing to defend something you believe in.
Thus, let this learning module guide you in properly asserting your opinions on
pressing issues that affect you and everybody around you.
Upon accomplishing the activities, you will be able to:

Learning Competency
Formulate a statement of opinion or assertion EN10WC-Ic-12.2;
Learning Objectives
 Express what opinion is;
 Recognize statements showing opinions or assertions; and
 Construct statements expressing opinions or assertions.

What I Know
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 Let us begin by assessing your prior knowledge of the topic. Answer the
activities honestly and familiarize yourself with the lesson.

Pre-test

A. Determine whether the statement is true or false. If it’s true, write the word TRUE.
If not, underline then change the word/s that make/s it incorrect.

_____1. Debate is one way of expressing your opinion.

_____2. Fact is what you think of the subject.
_____3. Expressing of opinion only happens at school.
_____4. “In my own opinion…” is a term that can be used in disagreeing a topic.
_____5. When you negate idea from someone, you will rudely interrupt him/her.

B. What do you think is this editorial cartoon all about? Complete the statement in
the box below.

In my opinion, _______________
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It certainly is ________________
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In my opinion, __________
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It certainly is ___________
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 What’s In

Since we’ve already assessed your prior knowledge, be ready to have a recap
of the lesson related to the topic.

Review
Direction: Identify whether the following statements are factual or opinion.

FACTUAL STATEMENT OPINION STATEMENT

1. Abortion should be legal in most cases.

2. Democracy is the greatest form of government.

3. Increasing the minimum wage and benefits of the medical front liners is
essential to strengthen the health situation of our country.

4. Francisco Duque III is the current Department of Health Secretary.

5. Every year except leap year has 365 days.

6. Doctors work harder than teachers and other professions.

7. Government is almost always wasteful and inefficient.

8. Computers are the best invention ever produced.

9. The way the Department of Health handled the pandemic in our country is
commendable.

10. Chinese retirees who are in the Philippines are a very big problem for the
country today.

11. Going out without face mask is against the AITF health protocol.

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 12. COVID-19 is caused by the virus found in bats.

13. Philippines is among the countries which has the most number of COVID-19
cases.

14. Dolomite is believed to relieve stress and help mental health.

15. Conscious effort from every sector, both private and public, is much needed
Points to Remember
to lessen the increasing COVID-19 cases in our country.
WHAT IS A FACT?
A fact generally refers to something that is true and can be verified as such. That is, a fact
What’s New
is something that can be proven to be true.

WHAT IS AN OPINION?
An opinion refers to a personal belief. It relates to how someone feels about something.
Others may agree or disagree with an opinion, but they cannot prove or disprove it. This is what
Activity 1
defines it as opinion.
Direction: Analyze the word cloud below. Pick out 5 words that can be
Why Are Fact and Opinion So Important?
related to expressing
The abilityone’s opinion or
to distinguish assertion.
between fact Write a 2-3 sentence
and opinion explanation
helps students develop on
their critical and
analytical skills in both their reading and their listening. Fact and opinion are often woven together
each ofinthe word
texts andyou picked.It is therefore imperative that students are able to unravel the threads of
speeches.
what is true from what is mere belief if they are to successfully navigate the deluge of media they
will encounter in their lifetimes.

Whether on the news, in advertising, or a history book, distinguishing between what is fact
and what is opinion is crucial to becoming an autonomous person with the critical abilities
necessary to avoid being manipulated easily.

The Language of Fact and Opinion: Signal Words and Phrases

The language used itself often throws up helpful clues in the forms of words and phrases that
assist us in identifying statements as fact-based or opinion-based.

Let’s now take a look at some examples of those signal words and phrases being used in the
sentence fragments that often precede a statement of fact or opinion.

FACT
● The annual report confirms…
● Scientists have recently discovered…
● According to the results of the tests…
● The investigation demonstrated…

OPINION
● He claimed that…
● It is the officer’s view that…
● The report argues that…
● Many scientists suspect that…

It is important for you as students to understand too that things are not always as they
appear to be. At times, writers, whether consciously or not, will frame opinion as fact and vice
versa. This is why it is important that 4
students develop a clear understanding of what constitutes
fact and opinion and are afforded ample opportunities to practice distinguishing between the two.
 What is
It

Separating Fact from Opinion

 Know the traits of facts and opinions.

Example:
Fact: Banana is a good source of potassium.
Opinion: Banana tastes extremely bad.

FACT OPINION

Objective Subjective
States reality Interprets reality
Can be verified Can NOT be verified
Presented with unbiased words Presented with value words

Banana is a good source of Banana tastes extremely bad.

potassium.

Distinguishing facts from opinion is a crucial skill that student like you should learn for it
will help you create your own beliefs especially in important social issues. It will help you build
your own stand and become critical citizen who cannot be easily persuaded and tricked.

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https://www.literacyideas.com/teaching-fact-and-opinion
 What’s More

Activity 2

Directions: Read each statement and then circle whether it is a fact or opinion.

1. The fastest land dwelling creature is the cheetah.

Fact or Opinion

2. James Yap averaged a team-high 13.83 ppg and added averages of 4.33 rpg,
0.50 apg, 0.83 spg and 0.67 bpg.

Fact or Opinion

3.Emilio Aguinaldo was the first President of the Philippines under the Constitution.

Fact or Opinion

4. The ugliest sea creature is the stone fish.

Fact or Opinion

5. Michael Jordan is the greatest basketball player of all time.

Fact or Opinion

Activity 3

Direction: Read the sentences and categorize them.

I couldn’t agree more. I agree to a certain extent. I’m not so sure about it.

I’d rather leave for home. I’m afraid I disagree. I’d say the exact opposite.

That’s so true. I totally disagree. I don’t think so.

I prefer coffee to tea. You’re absolutely right. He prefer English.

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No doubt about it. That’s not always true.

Activity 4

Direction: Read each statement and then circle whether it is a fact or opinion.
Explain your answer using the expressions of agreeing and disagreeing from Activity
3.

1. There seems to be too much testing in public schools.

Fact or Opinion Explain:
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2. Prison is one of the worst places on the planet.

Expressions of Agreeing Expressions of Disagreeing

Fact or Opinion Explain:

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3. It is wrong for people under the age of 21 to drink alcohol.
Fact or Opinion Explain:
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4. The Lottery was written by Shirley Jackson.

Fact or Opinion Explain:
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5. Lord of the Rings: Return of the King won eleven Oscars (Academy Awards).
Fact or Opinion Explain:
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6. Oranges contain both calcium and vitamin C.

Fact or Opinion Explain:
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7. Vic Sotto is the funniest comedian of all time.

Fact or Opinion Explain:
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8. Diamonds are the hardest substance on Earth.

Fact or Opinion Explain:
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9. McDonalds sells more hamburgers than any other restaurant chain in the world.
Fact or Opinion Explain:
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10. Horse manure smells awful.

Fact or Opinion Explain:
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11. The price of gas has grown to become too expensive.

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 Fact or Opinion Explain:
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12. Chicken has more protein than carrots.

Fact or Opinion Explain:
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13. The more money someone has the more successful they are.
Fact or Opinion Explain:
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14. Vegetarians are healthier than people who eat meat.

Fact or Opinion Explain:
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15. Cell phones emit radiation that may or may not cause brain cancer.
Fact or Opinion Explain:
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16. Students have a lot harder time in school than the teachers.
Fact or Opinion Explain:
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17. Popular music today is not as good as it was in the past.

Fact or Opinion Explain:
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18. It is illegal to yell out “Fire” in a crowded movie theater.

Fact or Opinion Explain:
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19. People should not be allowed to talk on cell phones in a movie theater.

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 Fact or Opinion Explain:
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20. Drunk drivers belong in prison.

Fact or Opinion Explain:
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Dolomite by the bay: all right or not right?

Published  September 12, 2020, 3:20 PM
by Dr. Kaycee Reyes

White sand on Manila Bay? Yes, says the Department of Natural Resources (DENR), as its Manila
Bay Rehabilitation Project was launched last year with the purpose to improve water quality, rehabilitate
and relocate informal settlers, and to educate citizens and sustain law enforcement and monitoring.
DENR’s decision to enhance the aesthetic of the popular tourist and local spot as part of the project,
however, did not sit well with critics and environmentalists alike. Apparently, it is currently being contested
not only for its untimely and unnecessary execution but also because the sand being layered is crushed
dolomite, which environmentalists say is hazardous to the environment and to people’s health. While
What I Have Learned
dolomite is not “real” white sand, does it actually pose a health risk?

Synthetic sand along the bay? Dolomite, or calcium magnesium carbonate, is a type of limestone
that is used to produce cement, mortar, concrete, and other materials needed for construction.   According
to DENR, their plan of using dolomite has already been studied for its safety even before its
Direction: Read the editorial with understanding then answer the activities that follow.
implementation and approval last year, clearing it from being hazardous or containing harmful chemicals
as disputed by environmentalist groups. Material Safety Data Sheets from several international suppliers,
manufacturers, and producers of construction materials such as Lehigh Hanson Inc. do state that dolomite
contains crystalline silica in dust form (particles less than 10 micrometers in aerodynamic diameter) and
may be harmful to respiratory health if taken in at an enormous amount.  A significant amount may cause
coughing, shortness of breath, chest pains, or at the worst, even silicosis and cancer with constant
exposure. The Department of Health (DOH) agrees too, that any type of dust, including dolomite, could
lead to symptoms such as chest discomfort, shortness of breath, and coughing. The DOH, however, also
notes that the crushed dolomite being layered on Manila Bay is two to five mm in size, or 100 times bigger
than dust, and therefore does not pose such a risk. In addition, the DOH says that proper health and
safety standards are being observed by workers, and that risks for dust formation are continuously
monitored as well. As of this writing, environmental agencies, fisherfolk, and other critics are launching
petitions to stop the layering of dolomite on Manila Bay. And to further manage opposing views, the DENR
ordered another study to confirm once and for all if crushed dolomite is indeed safe or not.
Manila Bay, one with the most beautiful sunsets, has been deteriorating for decades. Its unsafe and
uninhabitable waters have come from water pollution, toxic commercial, industrial and agricultural waste,
sewerage problems, and congested canals, among others. Rehabilitation programs such as this, however,
give hope for a cleaner and safer Manila Bay in the near future, and it is a good start that sectors continue
being actively involved to ensure that marine life will be preserved and maintained and will flourish, while
also not posing any risks to humans.
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In saving Manila Bay, one thing remains clear: Protecting the environment and people’s health will always
succeed with community effort.
https://mb.com.ph/2020/09/12/dolomite-by-the-bay-all-rightorightnot-right/
A. Comprehension Questions
1. What is dolomite? How can it affect the rehabilitation of the Manila Bay?
2. According to Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), does
dolomite pose a serious threat? Explain.
3. Why do critics vehemently oppose this project? Elaborate.
4. What does the Department of Health (DOH) think of this project by the DENR?
5. On top of the issue, what should still be the priority not just by the DENR, but by
every Filipino in general? How can this be achieved?

B. Identify whether the following statement from the article, expresses a fact or
opinion/assertion.

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1. The Manila Bay Rehabilitation Project was launched last year with the purpose
to improve water quality, rehabilitate and relocate informal settlers, and to
educate citizens and sustain law enforcement and monitoring.
2. Rehabilitation programs such as this, however, give hope for a cleaner and
safer Manila Bay in the near future.
3. According to DENR, their plan of using dolomite has already been studied for
its safety even before its implementation and approval last year.
4. The crushed dolomite being layered on Manila Bay is two to five mm in size, or
100 times bigger than dust.
5.Environmentalists believe that it is hazardous to the environment and to
people’s health
6. Manila Bay, one with the most beautiful sunsets, has been deteriorating for
decades.
7. A significant amount may cause coughing, shortness of breath, chest pains, or
at the worst, even silicosis and cancer with constant exposure.
8. Protecting the environment and people’s health will always succeed with
community effort.

9. Critics are launching petitions to stop the layering of dolomite on Manila Bay.
10. The DOH says that proper health and safety standards are being observed by
workers.

What I Can Do

After reading the editorial article, express your own opinion and answer the
question: Dolomite by the bay: all right or not right? Be sure to begin your

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statements with at least 10 of the following phrases. You can also use the facts
stated in the article to support or attest your opinion or assertion.

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Assessment

Direction: Below are some of the pressing issues in our country today. Analyze the facts
presented in the box then construct a Tweeter post showing your opinion/assertion in the
given issue.
Article 1
Rice Tarrification Law

What will the law do? The law essentially

allows for the liberalization of rice imports. It will
remove the previously placed quota on rice
imports, permitting traders to import a near-
unlimited quantity of rice.
How will it work? In the basic rules of
economy, the law of supply and demand will
dictate market prices. By allowing more
competitors to enter the rice market, the law will
lower the price of rice by increasing supply.

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How much are the tariffs? Thirty-five percent from the Association of Southeast
Asian Nations (ASEAN); 40 percent from non-ASEAN countries if imports are below
350,000 metric tons; and 180 percent if imports are from non-ASEAN countries and
above 350,000 metric tons.
Where will the tariffs go? The taxes will go to a Rice Competitiveness Enhancement
Fund (RCEF), which will allocate the revenue to programs for mass irrigation, rice
storage, and research initiatives.
Who will it impact? Local farmers are expected to be impacted the most as the
removal of quantitative restrictions will pit them against foreign competitors. The
National Food Authority (NFA) will also be directly affected as the law will remove
various functions from their role in food importation and distribution.
How will local farmers be compensated? The RCEF is expected to allocate P10
billion annually to the support of Filipino rice farmers over a six-year period. This will
be done through the following fund allocations: 50 percent on rice farm machinery
and equipment, rice cooperatives, and local government units; 30 percent on rice
seed development, propagation, and promotion; 10 percent on rice credit assistance;
and 10 percent to rice extension services.

https://fnbreport.ph/features/agriculture/the-rice-tariffication-law-explained-anrii-20190221/

Article 2

Chinese Workers in the Philippines

Senators have expressed alarm over the disproportionately large number and
young age of Chinese “retirees” in the country, warning that such foreigners could
not only take away jobs from Filipinos but also pose risks to national security.
The presence of mostly 35-year-old Chinese nationals who are spending their
retirement in the country was raised at the hearing of the proposed 2021 budget of
the Department of Tourism (DOT) that included one of its attached agencies – the
Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA) – on Monday night, Oct. 19.

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 PRA records showed that the Chinese accounted for the largest number of
foreign nationals who chose the Philippines for their retirement, with 27,678, and a
majority of them are only 35.
Apart from the Chinese, the foreign retirees’ population in the Philippines is
comprised of 14,144 South Koreans, 6,120 Indians, 4,851 Taiwanese, 4,016
Japanese, 3,704 Americans, 1,870 Chinese from Hong Kong, 1,595 British, 792
Germans, 752 Australians, and 4,498 other nationalities.
Sen. Dick Gordon explained that the matter is a national security concern
because the young Chinese retirees could serve as a fifth column or a clandestine
force that could be mobilized against the Philippines.
https://www.onenews.ph/more-than-27-000-chinese-retirees-are-in-phl-but-most-of-them-are-only-35-
years-old

Additional Activities

Direction: Pretend that you are part of debate.. Choose your side and help the
speaker assert your group’s stand on the given issue. Be sure to research for facts
through reading news or watching news reports and cite for credible references in
asserting your opinion

Debate Topic: Should the Department of Education (DepEd) push the face-to-face
learning modality with or without the vaccine for COVID-19?

The COVID-19 pandemic brought a huge

amount of struggle on everyone,
especially to us, students. As a student,
our health is at risk. Therefore, I believe
that face-to-face learning should not be
implemented until a vaccine is made
available. This would ensure the safety of
every student, parent, teacher, staff and
school adminstrator as well.
We should never forget that education
plays a crucial role in building a strong
economy and not even a pandemic can
erase that fact. Our education system
should not falter despite the struggles and
should continue to build a strong
foundation for students’ learning. And
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important factor in building this strong
foundation.
 Assert your opinion/stand; State at least 3 reasons and evidences:
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STATEMENT RUBRIC
1. The speaker’s statements clearly supports his/her position 5 4 3 2 1
on the debate topic.
2. The speaker’s statements appear to be well researched 5 4 3 2 1

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What I Know What Is It Activity 4
TRUE 1. FACT 1.O 6.F 11. F 16.O
OPINION 2. FACT 2.F 7.O 12.F 17.O
EVERYWHERE 3. FACT 3.F 8.F 13.O 18.F
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TRUE 4.OPINION 4.F 9.O 14.O 19.F
POLITELY 5.OPINION 5.F 10.F 15.F 20.F
What’s In What’s More What I Have Learned
Activity 3 Activity A refer to the
text
1. OPINION Expressions of Agreeing
2. OPINION 1. I couldn’t agree more Activity B
3. FACTUAL 2. That’s so true. 1.F
4. FACTUAL 3. No doubt about it. 2.O
5. FACTUAL 4. I agree to certain extent. 3.F
6. FACTUAL 5. You’re absolutely right. 4.F
7. OPINION Expressions of Disagreeing 5.O
8. OPINION 1. I’m afraid I disagree. 6.F
9. OPINION 2. I totally disagree. 7.F
10. FACTUAL 3. That’s not always true. 8.F
11. FACTUAL 4. I’m not so sure about it. 9.F
12. FACTUAL 5. I’d say the exact opposite. 10.F
13. FACTUAL 6. I don’t think so.
14. OPINION
15. FACTUAL
Answer Key
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3. How does expressing your own opinion effectively help you as a person?
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2. Is basing your opinion on fact important? Why or why
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1. Why is it important to distinguish fact from opinion?
Reflection
convincing.
1 2 3 4 5 4. Statements of assertion/opinion were effective and
1 2 3 4 5 3. Arguments were presented clearly.
and based on facts.
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Leonida H. Functional English For Today IV. Philippines.2002.

Bermudez, Virginia ., Cruz, Josephine M., Gorgon, Eugenia R., Nery, Remedios F. and San
Juan, Milagros A. English Expressways IV. Quezon City: SD Publication Inc, 2007.

Bermudez, Virginia F., Gorgon, Eugenia R. and Nery, Remedios F. English Expressways
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https://www.literacyideas.com/teaching-fact-and-opinion
https://mb.com.ph/2020/09/12/dolomite-by-the-bay-all-rightorightnot-right/
https://fnbreport.ph/features/agriculture/the-rice-tariffication-law-explained-anrii-20190221/
https://www.onenews.ph/more-than-27-000-chinese-retirees-are-in-phl-but-most-of-them-are-
only-35-years-old

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