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Notice code 404

Notice code 404 (Default) — Based on the information you reported, it appears that you didn’t include capital gains from Form 82…

Based on the information you reported, it appears that you didn’t include capital gains from Form 8288- A. We have adjusted your return accordingly.

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Based on the information you reported, it appears that you didn’t include capital gains from Form 8288- A. We have adjusted your return accordingly.

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