> 
> Now in the inner FOR Loop, the number format produces the 
> actual position sequence, which I dont want in this case. I want the 
> numbering to be related to the inner FOR Loop number. i.e. should start
with "a." 
> every time it enters the FOR Loop the first time....

use <xsl:number value="position()" format="a."/>

Mike Kay


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