What happens when multiple ex parte reexamination requests are filed for the same patent?

When multiple ex parte reexamination requests are filed for the same patent, the following typically occurs: The second request is processed quickly and assigned to the same examiner as the first request. If reexamination is ordered for both requests, the Central Reexamination Unit (CRU) Director decides whether to merge the proceedings. As stated in MPEP…

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