Pitcher's step

Question
In the pitching I can across this and would like to know what was meant to be printed. Seems a little odd the way it is worded.

Rule 6 Sec 1 E 2
Once the hands are brought together, the pitcher shall not take more
than one-step, which must be forward, toward the batter and simultaneous
with the delivery. Any step backward shall begin before the
hands come together. The step backward may end before or after the
hands come together.

Response
The pitcher is allowed to take a step backwards before the pitch starts.
If the pitcher wants to step back with the non-pivot foot, she may do so prior to bringing the hands together.

Once the pitch starts, only one step may be taken and if taken, it must be forward, toward the batter and within the 24-inch length of the pitcher’s plate.

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