diff --git a/CONTRIBUTING.md b/CONTRIBUTING.md
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--- a/CONTRIBUTING.md
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@@ -292,7 +292,7 @@ checklist).
 2. Unit tests included and/or updated with changes?
 3. Command line build passes?
 4. Changes have been smoke-tested?
-5. Associated issue includes testing instructions?
+5. Testing instructions included?
 
 ### Reviewer Checklist