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The classic One-Step step stool shown in the next column is assembled from a prefabricated seat (with bolts attached), one bottom leg, one top leg, five nuts, and four leg tips. Construct a product structure diagram for the One-Step step stool. Be sure to include subassemblies that are formed as part of the assembly process.
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