For example, whether or not you pick a spade from a deck of cards is independent of what you picked previously if you replace the card you pick, but is not if you don't.

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It will replace the social security card and will need to be shown when buying or renting property and to new employers.

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Small businesses are looking at an increasing number of digital loyalty programs, which replace the traditional paper punch card and help merchants reward their repeat customers.

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