FCC Could Boost Reverse Auction Round Total

    Commission increased number of rounds after couple of weeks in first stage
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    WASHINGTON—As the incentive auction is now into the second week of its reverse portion, the number of rounds per day could be bumped up to three as bidders become more comfortable with the process. After stage two began on Sept. 13 with a single four-hour round, the auction has held two two-hour rounds per day. However, an increase in rounds will require more diligence for stations to monitor bids and other action.

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