Given a text, write a compressed version of it in a single sentence.

Q: The collections have been sent to OMB for approval and the requirement is not effective until approved by OMB and a control number is issued.

A: The collections are not effective until approved by OMB and a control number is issued.
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Q: The circuits etched into the chips are less than one thousandth the width of a human hair.

A: Circuits etched into chips are less than 1/1000th the width of hair.
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Q: For several years he performed packaging and clerical work. His most recent job lasted only a year before cut-backs eliminated his position.

A:
His current job lasted only a year before cut-backs eliminated his position.
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