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Serve  \nChoose 1/2 cup fruit, or 1/2 cup vegetable, or 1/2 cup combination, and at least 2 other  \nfruit  \nvegetable  \ncomponents. Choose all 5 for the best nutrition!  \nThis institution is an equal opportunity provider.","cbCailXWgHn6cmmC","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCailXWgHn6cmmC","pdf",353363,"English","# The 5 Components of a School Lunch\n## Offer Vs. 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