FAQ

General
Q:	Does your fiscal year run on a calendar year?
A:	Synopsys fiscal year begins in Nov and ends in Oct. Quarters end in Jan, Apr, Jul and Oct respectively. Our financial results will be announced in Feb, May, Aug & Nov beginning Fiscal Year 2000.

Q:	What is Synopsys Cusip Number?
A:	871607107

Finance Information
Q:	How can I obtain a copy of your Annual Report?
A:	If you would like a hard copy of the Annual report, please contact our investor relations request line at 650-584-4257, email us at invest- info@synopsys.com, or use the online printed materials request form

Q:	How can I obtain SEC documents such as a prospectus, a 10-K or 10-Q?
A:	SEC documents are available through the SEC's EDGAR Database and at the Synopsys Investor Relations homepage

Q:	Which Financial Analyst cover Synopsys?
A:	See the financial analyst list

Q:	Which Financial Conference will Synopsys be presenting at in the future?
A:	See the calendar of events

Transfer Agent
Q:	Who is Synopsys transfer agent?
A:	Computershare Investor Services LLC Stock certificate holders should contact Computershare for assistance with stock ownership, share transfers, change of address, or other stock inquiries. By Mail: Computershare Investor Services P.O. Box 43078, Providence, RI 02940-3078 By Overnight Delivery: Computershare Investor Services 250 Royall Street Canton, MA 02021 Telephone: +1 312 588-4990 Fax: +1 312 601-4332 Correspondence with Computershare via email: www.computershare.com/contactus