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Unclear description of whitespace prefix on includes lines

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Description

The "Space before includes" section says:

It is possible to use includes on a line non-initially.

then immediately thereafter:

If there is initial space before an include, it will be discarded.

So which is it?

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Research direction

Start with the linked “Space before includes” section in the reference manual and compare the two quoted statements about non-initial and initial whitespace. Done means the section clearly explains the actual behavior without appearing contradictory.

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Assessment

Domain
documentation
Issue type
Documentation
Difficulty
1/5
Estimated time
Under an hour
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Clearly specified
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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