In this task, you're given a sentence and your task is to generate a simplified sentence that focuses on lexical paraphrasing from the original sentence given in the input.

Q: the alu is a fundamental building block of the central processing unit -lrb- cpu -rrb- of a computer , and even the simplest microprocessors contain one for purposes such as maintaining timers.

A: the arithmatic logic unit is a basic building block of the central processing unit of a computer , and even the most simple microprocessors have one for uses such as maintaining timers.
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Q: special subscription plans are offered to schools , colleges and libraries ; such institutional subscribers constitute an important part of britannica 's business.

A: special subscription plans are offered to schools , colleges and libraries.
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Q: in popular culture rice 's songs have appeared featured several times on popular films and television shows , adding to his mainstream success.

A:
adding to his mainstream success , rice 's songs have been featured on popular films and television shows.
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