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Interest will be paid on the first day of each month during the interest period. At the end of any interest period, the interest rate will revert to the rate stated in Section 1.4(a) above, unless the Borrower has designated another optional interest rate for the Portion. No Portion will be converted to a different interest rate during the applicable interest period. 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Typically, this clause outlines the circumstances in which a party can choose between different rate structures, such as fixed or floating rates, and specifies the process for making such a selection, including any required notice or documentation. Its core practical function is to provide flexibility in financial arrangements, allowing parties to adapt to changing market conditions or preferences, and thereby manage risk or optimize costs."}, "json": true, "cursor": ""}}