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Automatic Data Processing recently issued $150 million of 61/2 percent convertible debentures maturing in 2011. The debentures are convertible into common stock at $83.45 a share. The company's common stock was trading at about $67 a share when the convertibles were issued. How many shares of common stock can be obtained by converting one $1,000 par value debenture; that is, what is the conversion ratio?
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