Is the permitted amount of 4-5 kupot per guest, or is one person allowed to clear for all guests at once?
Synopsis
The 4-5 kupa allotment is per guest. A single person may not clear for all guests collectively, as this creates excessive tircha. Each guest clears for himself, or a separate person clears for each guest individually.
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