An alchemist has collected 8 salamander tears (a precious substance) in one vessel. He also possesses two empty flasks with capacities of 2 tears and 3 tears. How can he measure exactly 4 tears? Remember: the tears evaporate quickly! He has time for only three pourings before the substance disappears.
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