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@@ -38,8 +38,8 @@ In the project directory, you can run:
 
 ### `npm start`
 
-Runs the app in the development mode.<br />
+Runs the app in the development mode.<br/>
 Open [http://localhost:3000](http://localhost:3000) to view it in the browser.
 
-The page will reload if you make edits.<br />
+The page will reload if you make edits.<br/>
 You will also see any lint errors in the console.