DEDICATION

This research is lovingly dedicated to our respective parents, Aurelio and Gleceria Balili,

Felipe Sr. and Guillerma Buhat and Nelma Jutba, Emelita Magsayo who have been

our constant source of inspiration. They have given us the drive

and discipline to tackle an task with enthusiast and

determination. Without their love and

support this project would

not have been made

possible.

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