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Components needed

We will need the following components for this chapter's project:

One Arduino Uno or compatible board
One HC-SR501 motion sensor
Jumper wires
For the challenge, you will need an LED
One breadboard

The breadboard is optional because you may connect the HC-SR501 motion sensor directly to the Arduino. You will need a breadboard to complete the challenge section of this chapter.

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