There should be no overlap between these two waves (except in rare "diagonal" patterns).

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While it is often the longest, Wave 3 cannot be shorter than both Wave 1 and Wave 5.

Three waves that move against the primary trend, retracing the preceding motive move. The "Three Golden Rules" of Impulsive Waves