I got a question for you: Martin's Super Markets is an American retail supermarket chain headquartered in South Bend, Indiana. The chain operates 27 stores throughout both Michigan and Indiana. Most stores include a deli, bakery, produce, meat and seafood department, among the traditional grocery and non-edible aisle.

Based on this passage, how many martin's grocery stores are there?
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To answer the question, consider the following: The chain operates 27 stores throughout both Michigan and Indiana.
Therefore, the answer is 27.