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Under Rule 36, how is a judgment or final order 'rendered'? In a civil action, a judge signs a dispositive decision on May 3, 2025, but the judgment is neither promulgated nor copies served on the parties. On June 16, 2025, the clerk enters the judgment in the civil docket and serves copies on both sides. A notice of appeal is filed on June 30, 2025. (a) Identify the elements required for a valid rendering of judgment under Rule 36. (b) Has the judgment become final and appealable as of June 30, 2025? Explain. (c) If not, what steps must be taken and how would those steps affect the deadline to appeal?