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[Docs Update] 'coverage.range' documentation is contradictory

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Compare the coverage.range descriptions on the Codecov YAML reference and coverage configuration pages linked in the issue, starting with the stated defaults and range syntax. Update the contradictory documentation so both pages agree, then check both links and the surrounding explanation for consistent wording.

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Description

These descriptions of the codecov.yml parameter 'coverage.range' are inconsistent.

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https://docs.codecov.com/docs/codecovyml-reference#coverage

coverage.range
The value range where you want the value to be green

Type: start...end
Default: 70..100
More Info: https://docs.codecov.io/docs/coverage-configuration#section-range

https://docs.codecov.com/docs/coverage-configuration#section-range
Default is described here as range: 60..80.

This value is used to customize the visible color range in Codecov. The first number represents the cutover from red to yellow, and the second represents the cutover from yellow to green. You can change the range of colors by adjusting this configuration.

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[] Broken Link
[x] Unclear Language
[] Inconsistent Formatting
[] Missing Information
[] Missing Updates for New Features
[] Deprecated Features

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